Physics Fundamentals Quiz
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Physics Fundamentals Quiz

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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • A term coined during the industrial revolution
  • From the Renaissance period
  • Latin physica ('study of nature'), which is a borrowing of the Greek φυσική (phusikḗ 'natural science') (correct)
  • Derived from early civilizations' language

    • What did advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics directly lead to?

  • Development of new products like television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons (correct)
  • Advancements in agriculture
  • Enhancements in architectural designs
  • Improvements in transportation systems

    • Which ancient civilization is mentioned as having knowledge of natural sciences?

  • Sumerians (correct)
  • Vikings
  • Mayans
  • Romans

    • What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?

    <p>The development of industrialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What inspired the development of calculus?

    <p>Advances in mechanics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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