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Which branch of physics deals with the motion of objects and the forces that cause that motion?
Which branch of physics deals with the motion of objects and the forces that cause that motion?
- Optics
- Mechanics (correct)
- Thermodynamics
- Electromagnetism
Kinematics describes motion with regard to its causes.
Kinematics describes motion with regard to its causes.
False (B)
What is the displacement?
What is the displacement?
the change in position of an object
According to Newton's Second Law, force equals mass times ______.
According to Newton's Second Law, force equals mass times ______.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Which of Newton's Laws states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?
Which of Newton's Laws states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?
The conservation of momentum states that the total energy of an isolated system remains constant.
The conservation of momentum states that the total energy of an isolated system remains constant.
Which law states that if two systems are in thermal equilibrium with a third system, then they are in thermal equilibrium with each other?
Which law states that if two systems are in thermal equilibrium with a third system, then they are in thermal equilibrium with each other?
The first law of thermodynamics states that energy is:
The first law of thermodynamics states that energy is:
According to the second law of thermodynamics, the entropy of an isolated system tends to decrease over time.
According to the second law of thermodynamics, the entropy of an isolated system tends to decrease over time.
What type of heat transfer involves the movement of fluids?
What type of heat transfer involves the movement of fluids?
Heat transfer through direct contact is known as ______.
Heat transfer through direct contact is known as ______.
What causes a particle to experience a force when placed in an electromagnetic field?
What causes a particle to experience a force when placed in an electromagnetic field?
Electric current is the flow of magnetic charge.
Electric current is the flow of magnetic charge.
What phenomenon involves the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another?
What phenomenon involves the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another?
The superposition of two or more waves, resulting in increased amplitude is known as constructive ______.
The superposition of two or more waves, resulting in increased amplitude is known as constructive ______.
Which principle states there's a limit to the precision with which certain pairs of physical properties of a particle can be known simultaneously?
Which principle states there's a limit to the precision with which certain pairs of physical properties of a particle can be known simultaneously?
Special relativity deals with gravity as a curvature of spacetime.
Special relativity deals with gravity as a curvature of spacetime.
Flashcards
What is Physics?
What is Physics?
Study of matter, energy, space, and time.
Mechanics
Mechanics
Motion of objects and the forces causing it.
Displacement
Displacement
Change in an object's position.
Velocity
Velocity
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Newton's First Law
Newton's First Law
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Newton's Second Law
Newton's Second Law
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Conservation of Energy
Conservation of Energy
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Heat
Heat
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First Law of Thermodynamics
First Law of Thermodynamics
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Second Law of Thermodynamics
Second Law of Thermodynamics
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Conduction
Conduction
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Electric Charge
Electric Charge
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Electric Field
Electric Field
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Electric Current
Electric Current
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Refraction
Refraction
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Wave Nature of Light
Wave Nature of Light
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Mass-Energy Equivalence
Mass-Energy Equivalence
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Time Dilation
Time Dilation
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Description
Explore core concepts in physics: mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, quantum mechanics, and relativity. Learn about kinematics, including displacement, velocity, and acceleration. This covers the study of matter, energy, and their interactions.
