Physics: The Study of Matter and Energy
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What is the origin of the word 'physics'?

  • Latin physica ('study of nature') (correct)
  • Sumerian term for natural science
  • Greek φύσις (phúsis 'origin, nature, property')
  • Ancient Egyptian term for natural science

    • Which field of physics led to the development of television and computers?

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

    • What did advances in thermodynamics lead to?

  • Advancements in solid-state physics
  • Invention of nuclear weapons
  • Development of industrialization (correct)
  • Creation of domestic appliances

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

    <p>Sumerians</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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