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What is the ultimate objective of physics?
What is the ultimate objective of physics?
- To specialize in astrophysics, geophysics, and biophysics
- To study the behavior of objects under given forces
- To explain all disparate natural phenomena (correct)
- To understand the interactions between fundamental constituents of the universe
Which term was historically used interchangeably with physics?
Which term was historically used interchangeably with physics?
- Natural philosophy (correct)
- Chemistry
- Astronomy
- Engineering
What does physics deal with in the broadest sense?
What does physics deal with in the broadest sense?
- Studying the interactions between matter and energy
- Specializing in gravitational and electromagnetic forces
- Understanding the structure of matter and its interactions (correct)
- Exploring the behavior of celestial bodies
How did physics come to be distinguished from other sciences?
How did physics come to be distinguished from other sciences?
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What is the scope of study for physics?
What is the scope of study for physics?
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In what way does physics play an important role in other natural sciences?
In what way does physics play an important role in other natural sciences?
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