Physics: The Study of Matter, Motion, and Energy
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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?

  • Romans
  • Ancient Egyptians
  • Sumerians (correct)
  • Greeks
  • 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?

    <p>Thermodynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of physics inspired the development of calculus?

    <p>Mechanics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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