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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Latin term derived from φύσις (phúsis 'origin, nature, property')
  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science') (correct)
  • Borrowing from ancient Egyptian language
  • Latin physica ('study of nature')

    • Which scientific advances directly led to the development of television and computers?

  • Mechanics and calculus
  • Electromagnetism and solid-state physics (correct)
  • Advances in ancient astronomy
  • Nuclear physics and thermodynamics

    • What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?

  • Creation of domestic appliances
  • Transformation of modern-day society
  • Development of industrialization (correct)
  • Development of nuclear weapons

    • Which ancient civilizations are mentioned as early practitioners of astronomy?

    <p>Sumerians and ancient Egyptians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did advances in mechanics inspire the development of?

    <p>Calculus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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