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What are some examples of products that have been developed as a result of advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?
What are some examples of products that have been developed as a result of advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?
Television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons
Where does the word 'physics' originate from and what does it mean?
Where does the word 'physics' originate from and what does it mean?
The word 'physics' comes from the Latin physica, which is a borrowing of the Greek φυσική (phusikḗ), meaning 'natural science' and derived from φύσις (phúsis) meaning 'origin, nature, property'
What is one of the oldest natural sciences?
What is one of the oldest natural sciences?
Astronomy
Which ancient civilizations engaged in the study of natural sciences such as astronomy?
Which ancient civilizations engaged in the study of natural sciences such as astronomy?
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What led to the development of industrialization?
What led to the development of industrialization?
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