Fundamentals of Physics Quiz
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Which scientific fields are mentioned as directly leading to the development of new products that transformed modern-day society?

  • Thermodynamics and mechanics
  • Astrology and alchemy
  • Electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics (correct)
  • Botany and zoology
  • What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science') (correct)
  • Ancient Egyptian term for 'natural sciences'
  • Sumerian term for 'origin, nature, property'
  • Latin physica ('study of nature')
  • Which ancient civilizations are mentioned as having early knowledge in natural sciences such as astronomy?

  • Vikings and Polynesians
  • Ancient Greeks and Romans
  • Sumerians and ancient Egyptians (correct)
  • Mayans and Aztecs
  • What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?

    <p>The development of industrialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the oldest natural sciences mentioned in the text?

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

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