Chapter 9 - Nature of Science

Comprehensive Questions & Answers for Class 9 Physics (Punjab Board)

Class 9 Physics Punjab Board
Q1
Answer:

Science:

Science is a collective knowledge about the natural phenomena, processes and events occuring around us.

Groups:

The two main groups of science are:

1. The biological sciences which deal with the living things.

2. The physical sciences which are about the study of non-living things.

Q2
Answer:

Physics:

Physics is the fundamental science that deals with the constituents of the universe, that is matter, energy, space, time and their mutual relationships and interactions.

Branches:

  • Heat and Thermodynamics
  • Mechanics
  • Acoustics
  • Optics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Relativistic Mechanics
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Particle Physics
  • Astronomy
Q3
Answer:

Definition:

Interdisciplinary nature of Physics refers to integration and interaction of Physics with other disciplines of science.

Examples:

- Geophysics

- Climate Physics

- Computation Physics

Q4
Answer:

Scientific method is a systematic approach used to search for truth of an issue and problem solving regarding natural and physical world. It is based on the following steps.

- Observation

- Hypothesis

- Experiment

- Theory

- Prediction

- Falsifiability

Q5
Answer:

Definition:

On the basis of the data collected through observation experimentation, we can develop a hypothesis. This is done in order to test its logical results

Example:

We assume that shadows of opaque objects are formed when they come in the path of light because light travels in a straight line.

Q6
Answer:

Theory:

After the successful verification of an assumption and with the help of careful experimentation it becomes a theory.

Scope:

Theory explains why and how it happens.

Example:

The assumption has been proved that light travels in a straight line.   

Law:

When a theory has been tested many times and generally accepted as true, it is called a law.

Scope:

Law describe what happens.

Example:

The shadow of a ball will be round whereas the shadow of rectangular block will be rectangle. after passing theory under different situation, this becomes a law of science that light travels in a straight line.

 

Q7
Answer:

Laser technology is based on the principles of atomic physics.

Applications:

It is widely used in medical diagnosis and treatment, metallurgy, industry, telecommunication and space exploration.

Q8
Answer:

Falsifiability:

Definition:

It is a concept introduced that suggests a theory to be considered scientific if it also make predictions that can be tested and potentially proven false.

Importance:

It distinguishes scientific theories from false or pretended beliefs that can not be experimentally tested.