SFU3063 Special Topics in Physics Chapter 1.1-1.2

What is Physics?

• Physics is the study of matter, energy, and the interactions between them.
• Physics is the art of creating visual effects.
• Physics focuses solely on living organisms.
• Physics is the study of historical events.

The word physics comes from the ancient Greek word of meaning _____________.

• science
• matter
• energy
• nature

Why you learn Physics?

• To become a better cook.
• To improve my math skills.
• To memorize formulas for exams.
• To understand the universe and its laws.

How is Physics done?

• Physics is done by ignoring experiments and focusing on theories.
• Physics is done by reading textbooks only.
• Physics is done by observing phenomena, conducting experiments, and using mathematics to model and understand the natural world.
• Physics is only about memorizing formulas.

What is scientific investigation?

• A subjective opinion on nature
• A collection of unrelated facts
• A random guess about the universe
• Scientific investigation is a methodical approach to exploring and understanding the natural world through observation and experimentation.

Identifying a problem is the _______ step in scientific investigation.

• first
• final
• third
• second

What is the classical Physics?

• Classical physics is the study of the physical laws governing macroscopic systems, including mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism.
• The analysis of microscopic particles and their interactions.
• The study of quantum mechanics and atomic structures.
• An exploration of philosophical concepts in physics.

What is the modern physics?

• Modern physics is solely based on classical mechanics.
• Modern physics encompasses theories such as quantum mechanics and relativity.
• Modern physics only deals with macroscopic phenomena.
• Modern physics excludes the study of atomic structures.

What is the phenomena study in the classical physics?

• Electromagnetism and its applications
• Relativity and time dilation
• Classical physics studies motion, forces, energy, waves, and thermodynamics.
• Quantum mechanics and its principles

What is the phenomena study in the modern physics?

• Astrophysics and geology
• Electromagnetism and fluid dynamics
• Quantum mechanics and relativity are key phenomena studied in modern physics.
• Thermodynamics and classical mechanics