5 Questions
Who is considered the most prominent contributor to the field of mechanics?
Newton
What is the branch of physics that is concerned with the motion and deformation of bodies?
Mechanics
When did Archimedes live?
287–212 BC
What is the science that applies the principles of mechanics?
Engineering mechanics or applied mechanics
Who made the first fundamental analyses and experiments in dynamics?
Galileo
Learn about mechanics, a branch of physics that deals with the motion and deformation of bodies under the influence of forces. Explore the contributions of key figures like Archimedes, Galileo, and Newton to the field of mechanics.
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