Branches of Physics

Which branch of physics involves studying motion and its causes?

• mechanics
• optics
• vibrations and waves
• thermodynamics
• quantum mechanics

Which branch of physics involves studying heat and temperature?

• vibrations and waves
• optics
• electromagnetism
• thermodynamics
• quantum mechanics

Which branch of physics involves studying electricity and magnetism?

• relativity
• optics
• electromagnetism
• thermodynamics
• quantum mechanics

Which branch of physics involves studying periodic motion, such as waves or vibrations?

• relativity
• optics
• vibrations and waves
• thermodynamics
• electromagntism

Which branch of physics involves studying manipulation of light with mirrors and lenses?

• relativity
• optics
• vibrations and waves
• thermodynamics
• electromagntism

Which branch of physics involves studying high-speed motion, near the speed of light?

• mechanics
• optics
• relativity
• thermodynamics
• quantum mechanics

Which branch of physics involves studying the behavior of subatomic particles?

• mechanics

• electromagnetism

• vibrations and waves

• relativity

• quantum mechanics

Thermodynamics would be used to study which of the following topics? (choose all that apply)

• Ideal operating temperature for an engine

• Maximum weight limit for a climbing rope

• Surface coatings on a telescope mirror

• Bond strength of hydrogen molecules

Optics would be used to study which of the following topics? (choose all that apply)

• Maximum weight limit for a climbing rope

• Cooling rating of an air conditioner

• Lens design to correct for eyesight problems

• Designing the shape of a telescope mirror

Electromagnetism would be used to study which of the following topics? (choose all that apply)

• Ionized particles trapped in Earth's magnetic field

• Cooling rating of an air conditioner

• Maximizing the torque of a battery-powered motor

• Surface coatings on a telescope mirror