Introduction to Physics: Lesson 1

What is the primary focus of physics?

Study of matter and its motion through space and time (correct)

Study of human behavior

Study of chemical reactions

Study of historical events

Which term describes a representation that is often too difficult to display directly?

Hypothesis

Model (correct)

Law

Theory

What uses concise language to describe a generalized pattern in nature?

Model

Theory

Law (correct)

Hypothesis

In physics, what is the explanation for patterns in nature that is supported by scientific evidence?

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Which concept aims to describe the function of everything around us?

Kinematics Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the interaction between two surfaces that opposes motion?

Frictional force Signup and view all the answers

Who is known for developing theories of gravitation and mechanics, and inventing differential calculus?

Isaac Newton Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist discovered that our planet has two magnetic poles and defined them correctly?

William Gilbert Signup and view all the answers

Who categorized two types of electric charge as 'positive' and 'negative'?

Benjamin Franklin Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist made fundamental observations in astronomy and physics, discovering the moons of Jupiter and mountains on the moon?

Galileo Galilei Signup and view all the answers

In 1821, which scientist invented the electric motor?

Michael Faraday Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist discovered electromagnetic induction and devised the first electrical transformer?

Michael Faraday Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Physics is concerned with the motion of bodies under the action of forces?

Mechanics Signup and view all the answers

What is the branch of Physics that studies electromagnetic radiation and its interactions with matter?

Optics Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Physics deals with the study of mechanical waves in gases, liquids, and solids?

Acoustics Signup and view all the answers

What is the branch of Physics that involves the study of the electromagnetic force between electrically charged particles?

Electromagnetism Signup and view all the answers

In which branch of Physics is the study of sight included?