classical physics
English
Noun
classical physics (uncountable)
- (physics) all aspects of physics developed before the rise of quantum mechanics
- The division of physics that encompasses the three major areas of mechanics, electrodynamics, and thermodynamics, all of which were developed prior to the establishment of quantum physics in the twentieth century. Source: Physics for Christian Schools, Second Edition
Usage notes
- Sometimes also excludes general relativity and special relativity
Translations
all aspects of physics developed before the rise of quantum mechanics
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division of physics
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See also
- classical mechanics