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Subject physics can be defined as a branch of science that studies the properties of matter and energy along with the interaction between them. Physicists have divided the subject into different industries, and each branch has acquired the title of a complete subject nowadays. Physics is one of the most important subjects of all science, so branches of science have evolved to understand every fundamental aspect of the physical world. Physics asks big questions such as: How did the universe begin? What are the main building blocks of matter? How will the universe change in the future? Many physicists work very hard and try to find answers to such questions. The answers they come with often lead to unexpected technological applications. The discovery of gravity and the knowledge of movement were among the various major breakthroughs made in the field of science. Watch the video below to understand how these major discoveries affect our lives. Different branches of physics can be classified in different industries, but classical physics is mainly related to energy and matter. Traditional branches of classical physics are optics, acoustics, electromagnets and classical mechanics. With the rapid development of physics, the area of the object grows so large that it is impossible to cover physics under the above branches. A number of major branches of physics are discussed below. Mechanics is a branch of physics that deals with the movement of an object without or referring to force. Mechanics can be divided into two branches: quantum mechanics and classical mechanics. The quantum mechanics deals with the behavior of the smallest particles such as neutrons, protons and electrons, while classical mechanics is a branch that deals with the laws of motion of forces and physical objects. This branch of physics is dedicated to the behavior, propagation and properties of light. Optics can simply be described as studying the behavior of infrared light, visible light and ultraviolet light. Thermodynamics is engaged in the study of heat and its connection with work and energy. Thermodynamics also deals with the transmission of thermal energy through convection, conduction and radiation. Electromagnetism is engaged in the study of electromagnetic force such as electric fields, light, magnetic fields, etc. there are two aspects of electromagnetism that are electricity and magnetism. This branch of physics is dedicated to the theorem formulated by Albert Einstein. The theory of relativity states that space and time are relative, and all movements must be relative to the frame of reference. Acoustics is engaged in the study of sound and its transmission, production and effects. Acoustics mainly include mechanical in gases, liquids and solids, which include vibration, sound, ultrasound and infrasound. 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