flashcards intro physics

Physics

The study of how the universe works

Branches of Physics

Different areas of study within physics

Mechanics

Study of how things work

Optics

Study of how light distributes and works

Electromagnetism

Study of how electricity and magnetism work

Thermodynamics

Study of how heat and energy work

Relativity

Study of how space and time work

Acoustic

Study of how sound works

Mathematics is the language of physics

The connection between math and physics as the language of physics

Quantities

The amount in something

Physical Quantities

 is a characteristic or property of an object that can be measured with instruments or even by using our senses.

SI Base Units

Units used to measure physical quantities universally

SI Base Units

The seven fundamental units in the International System of Units