Introduction to Physics: Lesson 1

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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?

<p>Theory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Kinematics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Frictional force (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Isaac Newton (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>William Gilbert (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Benjamin Franklin (D)</p> 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?

<p>Galileo Galilei (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1821, which scientist invented the electric motor?

<p>Michael Faraday (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Michael Faraday (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Mechanics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Optics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Acoustics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Electromagnetism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Optics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Physics involves the application of physical theories to practical problem-solving?

<p>Applied physics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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