Types (Branches) of PHYSICS

Physics is the study of matter, energy and their interactions.

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R.P. Pandey
R.P. Pandey.

Physics is divided into different branches based on what they study. Click any branch to run the simulation!

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Mechanics
It is the study of motion, forces and energy.

Deals with the motion of bodies, the forces acting on them and the effects of forces.

Examples :
  • Moving car
  • Falling ball
  • Throwing a ball
2
Thermodynamics
It is the study of heat, temperature and energy transfer.

Deals with heat, work, temperature and the laws that govern their interactions.

Examples :
  • Heat engine
  • Refrigerator
  • Boiling water
3
Optics
It is the study of light and its behaviour.

Deals with reflection, refraction, lenses, mirrors and the nature of light.

Examples :
  • Plane mirror
  • Prism
  • Spectacles
4
Electricity & Magnetism
It is the study of electric charges, current and magnetism.

Deals with electricity, magnetic fields and their applications in daily life.

Examples :
  • Electric circuit
  • Magnet
  • Electric motor
5
Modern Physics
It is the study of atoms, nuclei and behaviour of matter at small scales.

Includes quantum physics, relativity and nuclear physics.

Examples :
  • Atomic structure
  • Nuclear energy
  • Lasers
6
Waves & Sound
It is the study of waves, vibrations and sound energy.

Deals with different types of waves and their properties.

Examples :
  • Sound waves
  • Water waves
  • Radio waves
7
Astrophysics
It is the study of celestial bodies and phenomena in space.

Deals with stars, planets, galaxies and the universe.

Examples :
  • Stars
  • Planets
  • Galaxies