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It is a natural science that involves the study of matter and its motion through space and time, along with related concepts such as energy and force.

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Physics

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It is the study of nature in an attempt to understand how the universe behaves.

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Physics

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It aims to describe the function of everything around us, from the movement of tiny charged particles to the motion of people, cars, and spaceships.

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Physics

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True or False. Physics cannot describe almost everything around us quite accurately by the laws of physics.

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False

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It is a representation of something that is often too difficult (or impossible to display directly.

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Model

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It is an explanation for patterns in nature that is supported by scientific evidence and verified multiple times by various groups of researchers.

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Theory

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Some of them include models to help visualize phenomena, whereas others do not.

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Theory

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It uses concise language to describe a generalized pattern in nature that is supported by scientific evidence and repeated experiment.

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Law

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It can be often expressed in the form of a single mathematical equation.

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Law

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Determine if it is a law or theory. The _____ of gravity states that every time you drop an apple, it will fall to the ground.

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law

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Determine whether it is a law or a theory. The _____ of gravity is the explanation as to why the apple falls to the ground.

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theory

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A law is an ________. A theory is an ________.

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observation and explanation

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Physics can be split up into:

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  1. Applied Physics
  2. Theoretical Physics
  3. Experimental Physics
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It is a branch of physics that employs mathematical models and abstractions of physical objects and systems to rationalize, explain, and predict natural phenomena.

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Theoretical Physics

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Give three examples of theoretical physics.

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  1. Einstein-Rosen Bridge (Wormhole)
  2. Big Bang Theory
  3. Theory of Relativity
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It uses methods in observations and experiments, as well as tools in experimentations to study these physical phenomena.

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Experimental Physics

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It is involved in testing the predictions generated by theoretical physics by devising appropriate experiments.

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Experimental Physics

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Give two examples of Experimental Physics.

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  1. Faraday Cage
  2. Cavendish Experiment
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It is the application of physical theories to problem-solving.

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Applied Physics

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It is the use of theoretical knowledge of the properties of physical bodies with the intention of achieving a particular technological or practical goal.

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Applied Physics

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Give two examples of Applied Physics.

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  1. Rockets
  2. Ship buoyancy
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What are the main categories of physics?

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  1. Mechanics
  2. Electromagnetism
  3. Optics
  4. Acoustics
  5. Thermodynamcis
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It is a branch of Physics concerned with the motion of bodies under the action of forces, including the special case in which a body remains at rest.

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Mechanics

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It is a branch of physics that deals with the electromagnetic force that occurs between electrically charged particles.

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Electromagnetism

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It is a branch of physics that studies electromagnetic radiation, its interactions with matter, and instruments used to gather information due to these interactions.

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Optics

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The study of sight.

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Optics

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It is a branch of physics that deals with the study of mechanical waves in gases, liquids, and solids including topics such as vibration, sound, ultrasound, and infrasound.

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Acoustics

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It is a branch of physics that deals with heat, work, and temperature, and their relation to energy, entropy, and the physical properties of matter and radiation.

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Thermodynamics

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He performed fundamental observations, experiments, and mathematical analyses in astronomy and physics.

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Galileo Galilei (1564 - 1642)

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He is most known for his discovery of the four most massive moons of Jupiter.

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Galileo Galilei (1564 - 1642)

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What is the most known discovery of Galileo Galilei?

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discovery of four most massive moons of Jupiter

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He discovered mountains and craters on the moon and the phases of Venus.

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Galileo Galilei (1564 - 1642)

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He discovered that our planet has two magnetic poles.

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William Gilbert (1544 - 1603)

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He defined the magnetic poles correctly and established that the earth behaves like a giant magnet.

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William Gilbert (1544 - 1603)

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He characterized two kinds of electric charge, which he named “positive” and “negative”.

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Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790)

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He invented the “The Lightning Rod”

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Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790)

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He discovered that when a pointed object is held toward a charged object, it draws electricity from the object.

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Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790)

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He developed theories of gravitation and mechanics and invented differential calculus.

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Sir Isaac Newton (1643 - 1727)`

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He is known for his laws of motion.

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Sir Isaac Newton (1643 - 1727)

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He discovered electromagnetic induction and devised the first electrical transformer.

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Michael Faraday (1791 - 1867)

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In 1821, he invented the electric motor.

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Michael Faraday (1791 - 1867)

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When did Michael Faraday invent the electric motor?

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1821

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In 1831, he made the first dynamo, known as the Faraday disc, a forerunner of today’s electrical generator, when he discovered the induction of electrical currents.

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Michael Faraday (1791 - 1867)

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When did Michael Faraday invent the first dynamo?

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1831

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It is also known as the Faraday disc.

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dynamo

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He discovered and studied hydrogen.

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Henry Cavendish (1731 - 1810)

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He was the first to measure Newton’s gravitational constant; calculated the mass and mean density of Earth.

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Henry Cavendish (1731 - 1810)

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He developed the alternating-current power system that provides electricity for homes and buildings.

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Nikola Tesla (1857 - 1943)

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He also pioneered radio communication and was granted more than 100 U.S. patents.

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Nikola Tesla (1857 - 1943)

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A theoretical physicist who discovered the quantum of action, now known as Plancks’s constant, h, in 1900.

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Max Planck (1858 - 1947)

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He called the packets of energy “quanta” and he was able to determine that the energy of each quantum is equal to the frequency of the radiation by a universal constant that he derived, now known as Planck’s constant.

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Max Planck (1858 - 1947)

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Max Plack called the packets of energy ______.

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quanta

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What is the value of Planck’s constant?

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6.62607015 * 10^-34 Joule-second

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He explained Brownian motion and the photoelectric effect.

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Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955)

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He contributed to the theory of atomic spectra.

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Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955)

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He was famous for devising his theory of relativity, which revolutionized our understanding of space, time, gravity, and the universe.

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Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955)

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What are the seven fundamental physical quantities?

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  1. Length (m)
  2. Mass (kg)
  3. Time (s)
  4. Temperature (K)
  5. Amount of Substance (mol)
  6. Electric Current (A)
  7. Luminous Intensity (cd)
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It can be defined as a measurement of the physical quantity of a substance.

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Length

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It is a quantitative measure of inertia; a fundamental property of all matter.

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Mass

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It is the duration of an event.

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Time

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It is the measure of hotness or coldness.

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Temperature

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It is a measure of the number of specified elementary entities.

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Amount of Substance

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It is the rate at which electrons flow past a point in a complete electrical circuit.

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Electrical Current

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It is the quality of visible light that is emitted in unit time per unit solid angle.

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Luminous Intensity

65
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French of International Standard of Units

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Le Système International d’Unités

66
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Enumerate the contents of the Physics Basic Kit.

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  1. Stand Rod
  2. Stand Base
  3. Bosshead
  4. Universal Bosshead
  5. Scissors
  6. Cord
  7. Pointer
  8. Tape Measure
  9. Dynamometer
  10. Weigths (50 grams)
  11. Support Block
  12. Stopwatch
  13. Universal Pencil
  14. Leaf Spring
  15. Aluminum Block
  16. Metal Plate
67
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Enumerate the contents of the Mechanics Kit.

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  1. Pulley (100 mm & 50 mm)
  2. Set of Weights
  3. Helical Spring (25 N/m to 50 N/m)
  4. Clamping Block
  5. Bar Pendulum
  6. Balance Pan

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