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What term is derived from the Greek word φύσις (phúsis) meaning 'origin, nature, property'?
What term is derived from the Greek word φύσις (phúsis) meaning 'origin, nature, property'?
- Thermodynamics
- Physics (correct)
- Mechanics
- Astronomy
Which branch of physics directly contributed to the development of television, computers, and nuclear weapons?
Which branch of physics directly contributed to the development of television, computers, and nuclear weapons?
- Electromagnetism
- Solid-state physics (correct)
- Thermodynamics
- Nuclear physics
Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of astronomy before 3000 BCE?
Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of astronomy before 3000 BCE?
- Ancient Egyptians
- Romans
- Sumerians (correct)
- Greeks
Which branch of physics inspired the development of calculus?
Which branch of physics inspired the development of calculus?
What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?
What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?
In which year was the first Nobel Prize in Physics awarded?
In which year was the first Nobel Prize in Physics awarded?
How many Nobel Prizes did Alfred Nobel establish in his will?
How many Nobel Prizes did Alfred Nobel establish in his will?
Where is the Nobel Prize in Physics presented annually?
Where is the Nobel Prize in Physics presented annually?
How many individuals have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics as of 2023?
How many individuals have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics as of 2023?
Which Nobel Prize is traditionally the first award presented in the Nobel Prize ceremony?
Which Nobel Prize is traditionally the first award presented in the Nobel Prize ceremony?
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