SKV VIDHYAASHRAM SR SEC SCHOOL

TIRUCHENGODE- NAMAKKAL

BRIDGE COURSE 2020

PHYSICS
DAY 1
Introduction about Physics

Introduction To Physics
Physics falls under a broader category of Science. Science is divided into three areas
namely Biology, Physics and Chemistry. The main objective of these subjects is to study and
try to understand the universe and everything in it.

What is physics?
Physics is the branch of science which deals with matter and its relation to energy.

It involves study of physical and natural phenomena around us. Examples of these
phenomena are formation of rainbow, occurrence eclipse, the fall of things from up to down,
the cause of sunset and sunrise, formation of shadow and many more.

Physics as a subject is divided into six broad branches as discussed below.

i) Mechanics
This branch deals majorly with motions under the influence of forces. Under this branch, we
look into details the aspects of linear, circular and oscillatory motions as well as motion of
fluids

ii) Geometrical Optics

This branch takes a keen look at the behaviour of light in various media.

iii) Electricity and magnetism

This branch looks at the interaction between electric fields and magnetic fields and the
applications of such interactions.

iv) Thermodynamics
This branch looks at how heat as a form of energy is transformed to/from other forms of
energy.
v) Atomic Physics
This area of study is targeted at the behaviour of particles of the nucleus and the
accompanying energy changes.

vi) Waves
It deals with the study of the propagation of energy through space.

Relationship between physics and other subjects

Physics does not only relate the remaining two science subjects but also enjoys a relationship
with other subjects as well.

1. PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS

Physics relates strongly with mathematics, Many physics concepts are expressed
mathematically. Many physics formulae are expressed mathematically.

2. PHYSICS AND BIOLOGY

Knowledge of lenses in physics is used in making microscope used in study of cells in
biology. Physics formulae are used in calculation of magnification by microscopes.
The knowledge of levers helps to explain locomotion in Biology.

3. PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY.

Physics has helped in explaining forces within atoms and therefore atomic structure. It
is this structure of the atom that then determines the reactivity of the atom as explained
in chemistry.

4. PHYSICS AND RELIGION

Orderliness of systems in the universe can be traced back to the Creator. Many
wonders of creation include the anomalous expansion of water, the rainbow.

5. PHYSICS AND GEOGRAPHY

Accurate use of instruments and physics concepts can establish weather patterns and
explain formation of rainfall, pressure variations. Use of magnetic properties of
lodestone and other materials help navigators to determine direction.

6. PHYSICS AND TECHNOLOGY.

Some areas of technology that requires knowledge of physics are:
In medicine.
X-rays, lasers, scanners which are applications of physics are used in diagnosis and treatment
of diseases.
communication
Satellite communication, internet, fibre optics are applications of internet which requires
strong foundation in physics.

In industrial applications
In the area of defence, physics has many applications e.g. war planes, laser-guided bombs
which have high level accuracy.

In entrainment industry, knowledge of physics has use in mixing various colours to bring out
the desirable stage effects

SCIENCE AND THE REALM OF PHYSICS

Science consists of the theories and laws that are the general truths of nature as well as the body
of knowledge they encompass. Scientists are continually trying to expand this body of
knowledge and to perfect the expression of the laws that describe it. Physics is concerned with
describing the interactions of energy, matter, space, and time, and it is especially interested in
what fundamental mechanisms underlie every phenomenon. The concern for describing the
basic phenomena in nature essentially defines the realm of physics.

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 you can be described quite accurately by the laws of physics. Consider a smart phone
Physics describes how electricity interacts with the various circuits inside the device. This
knowledge helps engineers select the appropriate materials and circuit layout when building the
smart phone. Next, consider a GPS system. Physics describes the relationship between the speed
of an object, the distance over which it travels, and the time it takes to travel that distance. When
you use a GPS device in a vehicle, it utilizes these physics equations to determine the travel time
from one location to another.

The Apple “iPhone” is a common smart phone with a GPS function. Physics describes the way
that electricity flows through the circuits of this device. Engineers use their knowledge of
physics to construct an iPhone with features that consumers will enjoy. One specific feature of
an iPhone is the GPS function. GPS uses physics equations to determine the driving time
between two locations on a map. (credit: @gletham GIS, Social, Mobile Tech Images)

DIGITAL
LINK
https://youtu.be/2vYI2NcVsXY
https://youtu.be/ZihywtixUYo
https://youtu.be/PUZkE1vIvIA