Physics Basics Quiz
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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Latin physica ('study of nature')
  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science') (correct)
  • Sumerian word for 'nature'
  • Ancient Egyptian term for 'natural science'

    • Which branch of physics led to the development of television and computers?

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

    • What did advances in mechanics inspire the development of?

  • Calculus (correct)
  • Domestic appliances
  • Nuclear weapons
  • Industrialization

    • Which natural science is considered one of the oldest?

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

    What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?

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

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