2. Chapter 1 – The World of Physical Science
1-1
Exploring Physical Science

3. 1-1 Essential Questions
How does energy and matter relate to physical science?
What are the two branches of physical science?
What are three areas of science that use physical science?

4. Physical Science
Two branches of physical science: chemistry and physics
Chemistry is the study of all forms of matter, including how matter interacts with other matter
Physics is the study of energy and how energy affects matter
Physical Science is the study of matter and energy
Matter is the “stuff” everything is made of
Energy is the ability to do work

5. Physical Science
A few of the types of science that use physical science are:
Meteorology
Study of the atmosphere
Geology
Study of the origin, history, and structure of the Earth
Biology
Study of living things

6. Quiz 1-1: 3 questions Which of the following is true?
Energy is the ability to do work.
Air is made of matter.
All matter has energy.
All of the above

7. What are three areas of science that rely
on physical science?
a. Meteorology, biology, and geology
b. Only physics and chemistry rely on physical
science.
c. You do not need physical science for
anything.
d. None of the above.

8. What is the difference between chemistry and
physics?
a. Physics is the study of the properties and interactions of matter. Chemistry is the study of forces and motion.
b. Chemistry is the study of the properties and interactions of matter. Physics is the study of forces and motion.
c. Chemistry is the study of life. Physics is the study of forces and motion.
d. Physics is the study of life. Chemistry is the study of forces and motion.