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Which field of physics directly contributed to the development of television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons?
Which field of physics directly contributed to the development of television, computers, domestic appliances, and nuclear weapons?
- Solid-state physics
- Thermodynamics
- Electromagnetism
- Nuclear physics (correct)
Which ancient civilization is mentioned for its contributions to natural sciences before 3000 BCE?
Which ancient civilization is mentioned for its contributions to natural sciences before 3000 BCE?
- Romans
- Ancient Egyptians
- Sumerians (correct)
- Greeks
What is the origin of the word 'physics'?
What is the origin of the word 'physics'?
- Latin physica
- Greek φυσική (phusikḗ) (correct)
- Derived from φύσις (phúsis)
- Borrowing from Sumerians
What led to the development of industrialization?
What led to the development of industrialization?
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Which field of physics inspired the development of calculus?
Which field of physics inspired the development of calculus?
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