Fundamentals of Physics Quiz
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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Sumerian term for natural science
  • Latin physica
  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ) (correct)
  • Ancient Egyptian term for study of nature
  • Which field of physics directly contributed to the development of industrialization?

  • Solid-state physics
  • Nuclear physics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Thermodynamics (correct)
  • Which ancient civilization is mentioned in relation to early knowledge of natural sciences?

  • Romans
  • Sumerians (correct)
  • Greeks
  • Chinese
  • What did advances in electromagnetism and solid-state physics lead to?

    <p>Television, computers, domestic appliances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of physics inspired the development of calculus?

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

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