Fundamental Principles of Physics Quiz
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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Sumerian term for natural science
  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science')
  • Latin physica ('study of nature') (correct)
  • Egyptian term for origin of nature
  • Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of natural sciences before 3000 BCE?

  • Sumerians (correct)
  • Persians
  • Romans
  • Ancient Greeks
  • What led to the development of industrialization?

  • Advances in solid-state physics
  • Advances in thermodynamics (correct)
  • Advances in electromagnetism
  • Advances in ancient astronomy
  • What directly led to the development of new products like television and computers?

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    What inspired the development of calculus?

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