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Janssen Physics Ch 1

Chapter 1 Physics Review

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Which branch of physics deals with light? Optics
Which branch of physics deals with repetitive motions? Vibrations/waves
Which branch of physics deals with motion and its causes? Mechanics
Which branch of physics deals with electricity and magnetism? Electromagnetism
Which branch of physics deals with heat and temperature? Thermodynamics
Which branch of physics deals with particles moving at any speed? Relativity
Which branch of physics deals with behavior of submicroscopic particles? Quantum mechanics
What is the most basic of all sciences? Physics
The use of math helps make ideas in science ______________. Easier
Hypotheses must be ____________. Testable
As new evidence is gathered, scientific theories can _______. Change
Qualitative data is based on _____________. Observed characteristics.
Quantitative data is based on ____________. Exact measurements
Listening to your favorite radio station involves which area of physics? Vibrations and wave phenomena
A baker makes a loaf of bread. Which area of physics does this involve? Thermodynamics
Why do physicists use models? To explain basic features of complex phenomena
What does the symbol "mm" stand for? Millimeters
What is the SI base unit to measure mass? kg
What is the SI unit to measure time? seconds
Five darts all strike near the center of a target. The dart thrower is _______________________. Both accurate and precise
What unit would you use to measure the length of a car? meter
Created by: jjanssen33
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