Physics Fundamentals Quiz
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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Sumerian term
  • Ancient Egyptian term
  • Greek φυσική (correct)
  • Latin physica

    • Which branch of physics inspired the development of calculus?

  • Mechanics (correct)
  • Nuclear physics
  • Solid-state physics
  • Electromagnetism

    • What is one of the oldest natural sciences?

  • Thermodynamics
  • Nuclear physics
  • Astronomy (correct)
  • Solid-state physics

    • Which field of physics led to the development of industrialization?

    <p>Thermodynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of products have been transformed by advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?

    <p>Television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymological origin of the word 'physics'?

    <p>Latin physica ('study of nature')</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient civilization dates back before 3000 BCE and contributed to the development of natural sciences?

    <p>Sumerians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What field of physics directly inspired the development of new products like television and computers?

    <p>Electromagnetism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term does 'φύσις' (phúsis) in Greek represent?

    <p>'Nature'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of physics led to the development of industrialization?

    <p>Thermodynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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