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What is the primary focus of physics?
What is the primary focus of physics?
- The study of matter and energy and their interactions (correct)
- The study of historical events
- The study of chemical reactions
- The study of living organisms
Physics has no practical applications in everyday life.
Physics has no practical applications in everyday life.
False (B)
Name one area where physics is applied.
Name one area where physics is applied.
Engineering
A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that can incorporate facts, laws, inferences, and tested hypotheses is called a scientific ______.
A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that can incorporate facts, laws, inferences, and tested hypotheses is called a scientific ______.
Match each term with its description.
Match each term with its description.
Which of the following is a key step in the scientific method?
Which of the following is a key step in the scientific method?
Physics is completely isolated from other scientific disciplines.
Physics is completely isolated from other scientific disciplines.
Name one scientific procedure or step.
Name one scientific procedure or step.
A statement of fact, deduced from observation, to the effect that a particular natural or scientific phenomenon always occurs if certain conditions are present is called a ______.
A statement of fact, deduced from observation, to the effect that a particular natural or scientific phenomenon always occurs if certain conditions are present is called a ______.
Which subject heavily relies on the principles of physics?
Which subject heavily relies on the principles of physics?
Flashcards
What is Physics?
What is Physics?
Physics is the science that deals with matter, energy, motion, and force, and their relationships.
What does Physics explain?
What does Physics explain?
Physics explains diverse phenomena, from why apples fall to how stars shine and how to construct bridges.
Fields Reliant on Physics
Fields Reliant on Physics
Medicine, engineering, technology, architecture and many more fields use Physics heavily.
Difference between Laws and Theories
Difference between Laws and Theories
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Physics' relationship with other sciences
Physics' relationship with other sciences
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Scientific Method steps
Scientific Method steps
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What is a scientific theory?
What is a scientific theory?
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What is a scientific law?
What is a scientific law?
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Study Notes
- Physics is an area of science.
- Physics studies matter and energy and how they interact.
- Physics helps us understand the rules of the universe.
- Physics is used to develop new technologies.
- Physics helps us to solve practical problems.
- Physics is important for other sciences like:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Geology
- Physics is based on laws, theories, and principles.
- Laws are statements that describe how nature works.
- Theories are explanations of how nature works.
- Principles are general rules about how nature works.
- Physics uses the scientific method.
- The scientific method involves:
- Making observations
- Asking questions
- Forming hypotheses
- Testing hypotheses
- Drawing conclusions
- Physics provides the foundation for engineering disciplines.
- Physics principles are applied in medicine for imaging and treatment.
- Physics enhances our understanding of environmental phenomena.
- Physics is crucial for advancements in computing and information technology.
- The study of physics cultivates problem-solving and analytical skills.
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