Physics Wk1 Flashcards
1
Q
Define physics.
A
Physics is the scientific study of matter and energy and how they interact.
1
Q
The word physics is derived from what country and what does physics mean.
A
The word physics is derived from Greek. Phys: Means nature.
2
Q
The word physics was originally known as what?
A
Natural philosophy.
3
Q
Who is the father of physics?
A
Isaac Newton.
4
Q
List five ways we apply physics in our everyday life.
A
1.Walking
2.Talking
3.Running
4.Jumping
5.Cooking
5
Q
List five branches of physics.
A
- Field of communication and satellite.
2.Field of aviation space and space science.
3.Field of transportation and movement.
4.Field of energy.
5.Field of medicine. (CATEM)
6
Q
List five careers in physics.
A
1.Physics teacher.
2.Accelerator operator.
3.Technical writers.
4.Optical engineers.
5.Laser engineers. (PATOL)
