Science consists of the theories and laws that are the general truths of nature as well as the body of knowledge they encompass. Scientists are continually trying to expand this body of knowledge and to perfect the expression of the laws that describe it. Physics is concerned with describing the interactions of energy, matter, space, and time, and it is especially interested in what fundamental mechanisms underlie every phenomenon. The concern for describing the basic phenomena in nature essentially defines the realm of physics.

Physics is the branch of science which deals with matter and its relation to energy. It involves the study of physical and natural phenomena around us. Examples of these phenomena are formation of rainbow, occurrence eclipse, the cause of sunset and sunrise, formation of shadow and many more.

There are six broad branches of physics. These are:

1. Mechanics
This branch deals majorly with motions under the influence of forces. Under this branch, we look into details the aspects of linear, circular and oscillatory motions as well as motion of fluids
2. Geometrical Optics
This branch takes a keen look at the behavior of light in various media and lenses.
3. Electricity and magnetism
This branch looks at the interaction between electric fields and magnetic fields and the applications of such interactions.
4. Thermodynamics
This branch looks at how heat as a form of energy is transformed to/from other forms of energy.
5. Atomic Physics
This area of study is targeted at the behavior of particles of the nucleus and the accompanying energy changes.
6. Waves
It deals with the study of the propagation of energy through space.

The knowledge of physics of physics is essential in the following fields

• In medicine
• In communication and technology
• In aviation and space science
• In the field of energy
• In transportation and movement

Discoveries made in science are done so through the process of experimentation. Knowledge that furthers the science of physics is gained through following the scientific method, which includes performing experiments to prove a hypothesis. Most often these experiments are performed in a physics laboratory, more commonly called a physics lab. Physics labs are also used by students who learn about the science through demonstration in a physics lab.

• Always work with electrical equipment using dry hands and on dry surfaces.
• Disconnect power sources when setting up or modifying circuits.
• Use fuses or circuit breakers to prevent overloading circuits.
• Keep flammable materials away from electrical equipment.
• Label and insulate exposed wires and connections properly.
• Wear safety goggles when conducting experiments involving potential projectile motion.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment when handling elastic materials.
• Do not stretch elastic materials beyond their elastic limit to avoid permanent deformation.
• Work in a well-ventilated area when using adhesives or solvents on elastic materials.
• Always use calibrated instruments for accurate measurements of elastic properties.

• List out the seven fundamental quantities
• Differentiate between Scalers and vectors
• Draw and Label five physics laboratory apparatus
• List five notable physicists and the laws they propounded