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The word 'physics' originates from the Greek word that refers to the study of nature.
The word 'physics' originates from the Greek word that refers to the study of nature.
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Any transformation of a substance where its fundamental composition remains unchanged is classified as a physical phenomenon.
Any transformation of a substance where its fundamental composition remains unchanged is classified as a physical phenomenon.
True (A)
The movement of air masses generating winds represents a mechanical physical phenomenon.
The movement of air masses generating winds represents a mechanical physical phenomenon.
True (A)
Darkness belongs to matter, while a table belongs to the world and matter to a phenomenon.
Darkness belongs to matter, while a table belongs to the world and matter to a phenomenon.
The phenomenon of thunder is classified as a sonic event.
The phenomenon of thunder is classified as a sonic event.
A bubble of air in water is made out of a substance.
A bubble of air in water is made out of a substance.
Temperature is typically measured using electromagnetic measuring scales.
Temperature is typically measured using electromagnetic measuring scales.
The study of physics primarily deals with chemical reactions and biological processes.
The study of physics primarily deals with chemical reactions and biological processes.
Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity explains gravity as the curvature of spacetime caused by mass and energy.
Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity explains gravity as the curvature of spacetime caused by mass and energy.
Quantum entanglement allows for instantaneous communication between particles, regardless of the distance separating them.
Quantum entanglement allows for instantaneous communication between particles, regardless of the distance separating them.
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Meaning of 'Physics'
Meaning of 'Physics'
Derived from the Greek word 'physike,' it refers to the study of nature.
Physical Phenomena
Physical Phenomena
Any transformation of a substance that does not change its chemical composition.
Example of a Physical Phenomenon
Example of a Physical Phenomenon
Wind blowing across the field.
Examples of Substances
Examples of Substances
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Sound Phenomenon Example
Sound Phenomenon Example
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Example of a Substance
Example of a Substance
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Study Notes
- The word "physics" comes from the Greek word "physikos," which means nature.
- Physical phenomena include any transformation of a substance or its properties without changing its composition.
- Examples of physical phenomena: Ice melting is a thermal phenomenon, and the Earth's rotation is a mechanical phenomenon.
- Physical phenomenon: rainbow - light
- Correct statement: water is a substance; air is a body.
- A sound phenomenon is a butterfly flying.
- A substance is air.
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