Physics Fundamentals Quiz
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Which field directly led to the development of television, computers, and domestic appliances?

  • Electromagnetism (correct)
  • Thermodynamics
  • Solid-state physics
  • Nuclear physics
  • What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Latin physica ('study of nature')
  • Ancient Egyptian term for 'origin, nature, property'
  • Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science') (correct)
  • Sumerian term for 'natural science'
  • What is one of the oldest natural sciences?

  • Astronomy (correct)
  • Solid-state physics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Mechanics
  • Which field inspired the development of calculus?

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    What directly led to the development of industrialization?

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    What directly led to the development of television, computers, and domestic appliances?

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    From which field did the development of calculus draw inspiration?

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    What term is derived from the Greek word φύσις (phúsis)?

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    Which field of study is a borrowing of the Greek term φυσική (phusikḗ)?

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    Which ancient civilization is mentioned as being involved in early astronomy?

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