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Which field directly contributed to the development of television, computers, and nuclear weapons?
Which field directly contributed to the development of television, computers, and nuclear weapons?
- Solid-state physics
- Electromagnetism
- Nuclear physics (correct)
- Thermodynamics
Which ancient civilization is known for its advancements in astronomy?
Which ancient civilization is known for its advancements in astronomy?
- Romans
- Sumerians (correct)
- Greeks
- Ancient Egyptians
What is the origin of the word 'physics'?
What is the origin of the word 'physics'?
- Greek φυσική (correct)
- Egyptian term for natural science
- Sumerian term for nature
- Latin physica
Which area of physics inspired the development of calculus?
Which area of physics inspired the development of calculus?
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Which field of study led to the development of industrialization?
Which field of study led to the development of industrialization?
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What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
What is the period of events before the invention of writing systems considered?
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What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
What sources do historians use to seek knowledge of the past?
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How does history differ from myth?
How does history differ from myth?
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What does history seek to describe, examine, question, and analyze?
What does history seek to describe, examine, question, and analyze?
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What term is used for stories common to a particular culture but not supported by external sources?
What term is used for stories common to a particular culture but not supported by external sources?
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