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

  • Sumerian term for 'study of nature'
  • Latin physica, derived from Greek phusikḗ (correct)
  • Borrowed from the Latin term for 'origin, nature, property'
  • Ancient Egyptian term for 'natural science'

    • Which branch of physics directly contributed to the development of television, computers, and domestic appliances?

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

    • What natural science is one of the oldest and dates back to civilizations before 3000 BCE?

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

    • What led to the development of industrialization?

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    Which area of physics inspired the development of calculus?

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