What is Physics?

The word Physics, comes from the Greek word phúsis, which means “nature,” is concerned with
describing the interactions of energy, matter, space, and time to uncover the fundamental mechanisms
that underlie every phenomenon. Physics aims to describe the function of everything around us, from
the movement of tiny charged particles to the motion of people, cars, and spaceships. In fact, almost
everything around us can be described quite accurately by the laws of physics.

Give 5 Branches of Physics?

Mechanics is the branch of physics that deals with the motion of an object without or with the reference
of force. Mechanics can be further divided into two branches, namely quantum mechanics and classical
mechanics. Quantum mechanics deals with the behaviour of the smallest particles like neutrons,
protons, and electrons, while classical mechanics is the branch that deals with laws of motion of forces
and physical objects.

Relativity This branch of physics deals with the theorem that was formulated by Albert Einstein.
The theory of relativity states that space and time are relative and all the motion must be relative to a
frame of reference.

Thermodynamics deals with the study of heat and its relation with work and
energy. Thermodynamics also deals with the transmission of heat energy by means of convection,
conduction, and radiation.

Electromagnetism deals with the study of electromagnetic force like electric fields, light, magnetic
fields, etc. There are two aspects of electromagnetism which are “electricity” and “magnetism”.

Optics This branch of physics deals with the behaviour, propagation, and properties of
light. Optics can be simply described as the study of the behaviour of infrared light, visible light, and
ultraviolet.

What are Scalar Quantities?

A scalar is a physical quantity specified by magnitude. This means there is only one piece of
information needed to define a scalar quantity. These are used for their informative aspects as well
as their role in calculating other values needed in physics.

Give 3 examples of Scalar Quanities?

Some examples of scalar quantities are distance, density, energy, and time

150 kilograms
5 miles
2 meters
What are Vector Quantities?
In physics, a vector is a quantity specified by both magnitude and a direction. Magnitude is similar
to absolute value in that it only cares about how far a quantity is from direction is stated

Give 3 examples of Vector Quantities?

Some examples of Vector quantities are Velocity, Displacement, and Acceleration
force,eg 20 newtons (N) to the left.
displacement,eg 50 kilometres (km) east.
velocity,eg 11 metres per second (m/s) upwards.
acceleration,eg 9.8 metres per second squared (m/s²) downwards.
momentum,eg 250 kilogram metres per second (kg m/s) south west.