Introduction to Physics

The term Physics came from the Greek word ______ which means "knowledge of nature"

• phýsis

• physikḗ

• cella

• atomos

It is a branch of Physics that studies structures, properties, and behavior of atom.

• Atomic Physics

• Electromagnetism

• Thermodynamics

• Quantum Mechanics

• Relativity

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It is a branch of physics that deals with the behavior of objects and systems in response to various forces.

• Classical Physics

• Mechanics

• Thermodynamics

• Physics

• Relativity

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It is a branch of Physics that studies the nature and behavior of light.

• Optics

• Nuclear Physics

• Thermodynamics

• Quantum Mechanics

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It is a branch of physics that includes various areas of study based on quantum theory which deals with matter and electromagnetic radiation, and the interactions between them.

• Optics

• Nuclear Physics

• Thermodynamics

• Quantum Physics

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What branch of physics is applied in various technologies like sonar and ultrasound?

• optics

• acoustics

• statics

• mechanics

What branch of physics is applied in generating electricity from different forms of energy?

• thermodynamics

• electromagnetism

• mechanics

• acoustics

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What branch of physics is applied in the field of engineering applications such as the invention of electric motors and generators?

• thermodynamics

• electromagnetism

• optics

• acoustics

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It is a branch of physics that is concerned with the structure and properties of the atomic nucleus, and with nuclear reactions and their applications.

• Classical Mechanics

• Nuclear Physics

• Thermodynamics

• Quantum Mechanics

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What is the fundamental force responsible for the attraction between masses?

• Gravitational Force

• Electromagnetic Force

• Strong Nuclear Force

• Weak Nuclear Force

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