Branches of Physics

Which Branch of Physics is most important when studying how glasses help people see?

• Mechanics

• Optics

• Thermodynamics

• Electromagnetism

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Which Branch of Physics is most important when studying how air conditioners cool your house?

• Mechanics

• Optics

• Thermodynamics

• Electromagnetism

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Which Branch of Physics is most important when studying how musical instruments work?

• Mechanics

• Waves & Wave mechanics

• Relativity

• Electromagnetism

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Which Branch of Physics is most important when determining how much voltage is produced by a wind turbine?

• Mechanics

• Waves & Wave mechanics

• Relativity

• Electromagnetism

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Which Branch of Physics is most important when studying the motion of everyday objects like a car or bowling ball?

• Mechanics

• Optics

• Thermodynamics

• Electromagnetism

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Which Branch of Physics is most important when discussing the motion of sub-atomic particles?

• Quantum Mechanics

• Waves & Wave mechanics

• Relativity

• Electromagnetism

Which Branch of Physics is most important when studying the effects of moving near the speed of light?

• Quantum Mechanics

• Waves & Wave mechanics

• Relativity

• Electromagnetism

Which Branch of Physics is most important when studying the results of a car crash?

• Mechanics

• Waves & Wave mechanics

• Relativity

• Electromagnetism

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Which of the following is the best example of an application of Optics?

• A microwave oven

• A roller coaster

• A telescope

• A refrigerator

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Which of the following is the best example of an application of Mechanics?

• A microwave oven

• A roller coaster

• A telescope

• A refrigerator

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