Introduction to Physics

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Which field directly contributed to the development of television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons?

  • Solid-state physics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Nuclear physics (correct)
  • Electromagnetism

What term is derived from the Greek φύσις meaning 'origin, nature, property'?

  • Mechanics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Physics (correct)
  • Thermodynamics

Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of natural sciences before 3000 BCE?

  • Sumerians (correct)
  • Ancient Egyptians
  • Romans
  • Greeks

What led to the development of industrialization?

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Which field inspired the development of calculus?

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