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What are some examples of products that have been developed as a result of advances in electromagnetism, solid-state physics, and nuclear physics?
Television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons
Where does the word 'physics' originate from and what does it mean in Greek?
The word 'physics' comes from the Latin physica, which is a borrowing of the Greek φυσική (phusikḗ), meaning 'natural science' derived from φύσις (phúsis) which translates to 'origin, nature, property'
What field of study was inspired by advances in mechanics?
The development of calculus
Which natural science is considered one of the oldest, dating back to early civilizations such as the Sumerians and ancient Egyptians?
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What led to the development of industrialization?
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