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During which century did the natural sciences emerge as unique research endeavors in their own right?
What is the main goal of physics?
What is a scientist who specializes in the field of physics called?
What are the fundamental constituents of matter studied in physics?
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Which academic discipline is considered one of the oldest, perhaps the oldest?
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Emergence of Natural Sciences
- The natural sciences emerged as unique research endeavors in their own right during the 17th century.
Physics
- The main goal of physics is to describe and understand the natural world around us.
- A scientist who specializes in the field of physics is called a physicist.
- The fundamental constituents of matter studied in physics are particles, such as electrons, protons, and neutrons, which make up atoms, and atoms that combine to form molecules.
Academic Discipline
- Physics is considered one of the oldest, perhaps the oldest, academic discipline.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the fundamental principles of physics with this quiz. Explore concepts such as matter, energy, motion, and forces, and see how much you know about the behavior of the universe.
