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What are some examples of products that have transformed modern-day society due to advances in physics?
Television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons
Where does the word 'physics' come from and what does it mean?
The word 'physics' comes from the Latin physica, which is a borrowing of the Greek φυσική (phusikḗ), meaning 'study of nature.'
What is the origin of the term 'physics' in Greek?
The term 'physics' in Greek, φυσική (phusikḗ), is derived from φύσις (phúsis), meaning 'origin, nature, property.'
What are some examples of ancient civilizations that were involved in early astronomy?
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What are some developments that were inspired by advances in mechanics?
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