Physics Basics Quiz

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Which branch of physics directly contributed to the development of television, computers, and nuclear weapons?

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

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

  • Vikings
  • Greeks
  • Sumerians (correct)
  • Romans

Which field of physics led to the development of industrialization?

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

What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

<p>Latin borrowing of the Greek term φύσις (phúsis 'origin, nature, property') (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did advances in mechanics inspire the development of?

<p>Calculus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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