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What Is Physics
Physics is the science of matter, energy, space, and time that studies the interactions between physical systems. It aims to describe natural phenomena through basic laws and quantities derived from experimentation. Some key topics in physics include mechanics, waves, thermodynamics, electricity, nuclear physics, and quantum mechanics.
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MSE 803 Principles of Physics and Physical Science, Fall 2009 course introduction.
Explains physics as the science of matter, energy, and interactions derived from Greek 'fusis'.
Discusses physics as the fundamental science explaining natural phenomena and the universe's basic laws.
Highlights the relationship between math and physics, emphasizing general equations like F=ma.
Lists key physics topics: Mechanics, Waves, Thermodynamics, Electricity, Nuclear, and Quantum.
Encourages asking questions and persistence, notes the challenges of physics labs, and promotes fun.
What Is Physics
- 1. MSE 803 Principlesof Physics and Physical Science Fall 2009
- 2. What is Physics?Derived from the Greek word fusis , meaning nature or natural things The science of matter, energy, space, and time Study of the interactions between physical systems
- 3. Why Study Physics?Study of natural phenomena in terms of basis laws and physical quantities Basic rules of the universe Most fundamental science At higher levels, deals with elementary particles, or particles that make up protons, neutrons, electrons
- 4. Math and PhysicsPhysics focuses on “big ideas” To describe natural processes accurately, general equations have been determined through experimentation F=ma v=f V=IR
- 5. Some Topics inPhysics Mechanics Waves Thermodynamics Electricity Nuclear Quantum
- 6. Important Things toRemember Ask questions! Physics will make sense, but it may take awhile Try, try, and try again!! Physics labs are known for being temperamental Physics is phun!