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What are some products that have been developed due to advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?
What are some products that have been developed due to advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?
Television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons
What is the origin of the word 'physics'?
What is the origin of the word 'physics'?
The word 'physics' comes from the Latin physica ('study of nature'), which itself is a borrowing of the Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science'), a term derived from φύσις (phúsis 'origin, nature, property')
Which ancient civilizations were involved in the study of astronomy?
Which ancient civilizations were involved in the study of astronomy?
Sumerians and ancient Egyptians
How has advances in thermodynamics impacted society?
How has advances in thermodynamics impacted society?
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What is one field inspired by advances in mechanics?
What is one field inspired by advances in mechanics?
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