My interpretation of that verse from Gen is "learn what natural laws govern the planet and universe, and learn to use them to your benefit"
>learn that wires crossing a magnetic field produce electricity -
> learn that a form of bread mold can kill harmful bacteria and make sick people well
> learn how reproduction works, and how it can be prevented (a bill to be voted on in Ms in an upcoming election would disallow most birth control)
> in general , learn how things work and use them .