Introduction to Physics Quiz
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What was the direct result of advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?

  • Development of television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons (correct)
  • Development of industrialization
  • Transformation of ancient astronomy
  • Inspiration for the development of calculus

    • What is the etymological origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ) (correct)
  • φύσις (phúsis)
  • Latin 'study of nature'
  • Latin physica

    • What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?

  • Inspiration for the development of calculus
  • Development of television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons
  • Industrialization (correct)
  • Transformation of ancient astronomy

    • Which natural science is considered one of the oldest?

    <p>Astronomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did advances in mechanics inspire the development of?

    <p>Calculus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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