Fundamentals of Classical and Atomic Physics Flashcards (10 cards)

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1Question

Electric current — definition?

Answer

Flow of electric charge through a conductor.

2Question

Classical mechanics — focus?

Answer

Motion and forces of macroscopic objects.

3Question

Molecular physics — key concept?

Answer

Molecular motion explains macroscopic properties.

4Question

Newton's First Law — principle?

Answer

An object remains at rest or moves uniformly unless acted upon.

5Question

Inertia — property?

Answer

Resistance to changes in motion, related to mass.

6Question

Conservation of Momentum — condition?

Answer

Total momentum remains constant if no external forces.

7Question

Work-Energy Theorem — statement?

Answer

Work done equals change in kinetic energy.

8Question

Rigid Body Dynamics — focus?

Answer

Translation and rotation of solid bodies.

9Question

Molecule — smallest unit?

Answer

Unit of a compound, composed of atoms bonded.

10Question

Brownian Motion — cause?

Answer

Particles moved by collisions with molecules.

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