The scientific method is a body of techniques for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge. To be termed scientific, a method of inquiry is commonly based on empirical or measurable evidence subject to specific principles of reasoning.
Chickenpox (varicella) is a contagious illness that causes an itchy rash and red spots or blisters (pox) all over the body. Chickenpox can cause problems for pregnant women, newborns, teens and adults, and people who have immune system problems that make it hard for the body to fight infection.
Chickenpox: A highly infectious viral disease also known medically as varicella -- in many countries, this disease is always called varicella -- that causes a blister-like rash, itching, fatigue and fever.he name was meant to distinguish this weak form of the pox from smallpox. Chicken is used here, as in chickenhearted, to mean weak or timid. The pox of chickenpox is no major matter unless it becomes infected (through scratching) or occurs in an immunodeficient person.