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How to decide whether a particular topic is studied in classical physics or modern physics?
Who cares?Aafia said:How to decide whether a particular topic is studied in classical physics or modern physics?
What do you mean by it?PeroK said:Who cares?
Why does it matter what classification is given to a topic?Aafia said:What do you mean by it?
Typically, they are studied in an order or grouping determined by the college's plan of study, and how to classify them isn't really a relevant issue.Aafia said:How to decide whether a particular topic is studied in classical physics or modern physics?
I actually wanted to know what are the different branches of classical physics and modern physics.russ_watters said:Typically, they are studied in an order or grouping determined by the college's plan of study, and how to classify them isn't really a relevant issue.
Aafia said:I actually wanted to know what are the different branches of classical physics and modern physics.
Modern physics is used as the title for the first year quantum mechanics and special relativity course at some universities in the UK also.nasu said:The term "Modern" Physics may be specific to US and Canada.
It is more like an academic term (used as a course name in college).
Includes mainly relativity and "quantum physics" (which may not be the same as quantum mechanics proper but rather atomic and nuclear physics). I suppose includes the physics advances made after about 1900.
Ultimately, I think what the collective answers here are telling you is that these questions don't have a lot of meaning. The level of organization of topics you are suggesting you want to know about doesn't really exist.Aafia said:I actually wanted to know what are the different branches of classical physics and modern physics.
Oh.. Okay! Thank youruss_watters said:Ultimately, I think what the collective answers here are telling you is that these questions don't have a lot of meaning. The level of organization of topics you are suggesting you want to know about doesn't really exist.
Yes you are right.Vagn said:Modern physics is used as the title for the first year quantum mechanics and special relativity course at some universities in the UK also.
The main difference between classical physics and modern physics is the approach to understanding the physical world. Classical physics is based on the laws of motion and gravity proposed by Isaac Newton in the 17th century, while modern physics is based on the theories of relativity and quantum mechanics developed in the 20th century.
An example of a phenomenon that can only be explained by modern physics is the photoelectric effect, where the emission of electrons from a material is triggered by the absorption of light. This phenomenon cannot be explained by classical physics, but was successfully explained by Albert Einstein using the concept of photons and quantum mechanics.
The principles of classical physics are based on determinism, where the behavior of objects can be predicted with absolute certainty. In contrast, the principles of modern physics, particularly quantum mechanics, involve a level of uncertainty and probability in predicting the behavior of particles.
Some key advancements in technology that have been made possible by modern physics include nuclear power, lasers, and transistors. These technologies were developed using the principles of quantum mechanics and have greatly impacted various industries such as energy production, medicine, and communication.
Yes, classical physics is still extremely relevant today and is used to explain many everyday phenomena. While modern physics has expanded our understanding of the physical world, classical physics is still applicable in many cases and serves as the foundation for many fields of study, including engineering and astronomy.