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What term is derived from the Greek φύσις (phúsis) meaning 'origin, nature, property'?
What term is derived from the Greek φύσις (phúsis) meaning 'origin, nature, property'?
- Astronomy
- Thermodynamics
- Mechanics
- Physics (correct)
Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of natural sciences dating before 3000 BCE?
Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of natural sciences dating before 3000 BCE?
- Sumerians (correct)
- Romans
- Greeks
- Ancient Egyptians
What led directly to the development of new products like television and computers?
What led directly to the development of new products like television and computers?
- Advances in ancient astronomy
- Advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics (correct)
- Advances in mechanics
- Advances in thermodynamics
What led to the development of industrialization?
What led to the development of industrialization?
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Which field inspired the development of calculus?
Which field inspired the development of calculus?
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