Branches of Science

What does physics study?

• The study of matter, energy, space, and time, and their interactions

• The study of numbers, quantity, structure, space, and change

• The study of human behavior and mental processes

• The study of living organisms

Answer explanation

Physics studies matter, energy, space, and time, and their interactions, which is the correct choice.

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Which field is concerned with the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter?

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Earth Science

• Biology

Answer explanation

Chemistry is concerned with the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter, making it the correct choice.

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What does biology focus on?

• Celestial objects such as stars and planets

• Living organisms and their interactions

• Computer systems and software

• Design and build structures, machines, systems, and processes

Answer explanation

Biology focuses on living organisms and their interactions, making it the correct choice.

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Which field studies celestial objects?

• Astronomy

• Psychology

• Mathematics

• Engineering

Answer explanation

Astronomy is the field that studies celestial objects, so the correct choice is Astronomy.

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What does Earth Science study?

• Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases

• Numbers, quantity, structure, space, and change

• Human behavior and mental processes

• Physical components of the Earth

Answer explanation

Earth Science studies the physical components of the Earth, such as geology, meteorology, and oceanography.

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Which of the following is a subfield of Chemistry?

• Organic chemistry

• Cybersecurity

• Genetics

• Calculus

Answer explanation

Organic chemistry is a subfield of Chemistry, focusing on the study of carbon compounds and their properties, structure, and reactions.

What is the focus of Computer Science?

• The theory, design, development, and application of computer systems and software

• The study of celestial objects

• The study of living organisms

• The study of physical components of the Earth

Answer explanation

Computer Science focuses on the theory, design, development, and application of computer systems and software, making the first answer choice the correct one.

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Which field applies scientific principles to design and build structures, machines, systems, and processes?

• Mathematics

• Engineering

• Biology

• Chemistry

Answer explanation

Engineering applies scientific principles to design and build structures, machines, systems, and processes.

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What does Psychology explore?

• Matter, energy, space, and time

• Human behavior and mental processes

• Celestial objects

• Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases

Answer explanation

Psychology explores human behavior and mental processes, making the second answer choice the correct one.

Which field focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disorders in humans?

• Psychology

• Medicine

• Computer Science

• Engineering

Answer explanation

The correct field that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disorders in humans is Medicine.

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