Branches of Physics
A clear, student-friendly overview of the main physics fields — perfect for LMS pages and quick revision.
Explore the major branches of physics below. Each card contains a short definition and concrete examples to help learners connect concepts with real-world systems.
1. Mechanics
Studies motion, forces, and energy.
- • Examples: falling objects, pendulums, vehicle dynamics.
2. Thermodynamics
Deals with heat, temperature, and energy flow.
- • Examples: engines, refrigerators, climate systems.
3. Optics
Explores the behavior and properties of light.
- • Examples: mirrors, lenses, rainbows, lasers.
4. Electromagnetism
Examines electric and magnetic fields and their interaction.
- • Examples: electric circuits, transformers, electromagnets.
5. Acoustics
Focuses on sound and vibrations.
- • Examples: musical instruments, ultrasound, echo.
6. Nuclear Physics
Studies the atomic nucleus and nuclear reactions.
- • Examples: radioactive decay, nuclear power, fission/fusion.
7. Quantum Physics
Deals with the physics of very small particles (atoms, photons, electrons).
- • Examples: quantum computers, tunneling effect, atomic models.
8. Relativity
Explains motion at high speeds and gravity’s effect on space and time.
- • Examples: GPS satellites, black holes, time dilation.
9. Astrophysics
Applies physics to understand stars, galaxies, and the universe.
- • Examples: Big Bang theory, star formation, planetary motion.
