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Modern physics is a branch of physics that developed in the early 20th century and onward or branches greatly influenced by early 20th century physics. Notable branches of modern physics include quantum mechanics, special relativity and general relativity.
Jun 21, 2021 · "Modern" physics means physics based on the two major breakthroughs of the early the twentieth century: relativity and quantum mechanics. Physics based on what was known before then (Newton's laws, Maxwell's equations, thermodynamics) is called "classical" physics.
Learn the basics of quantum mechanics, the new set of principles that governs the fundamental building blocks of matter. Explore how quantum mechanics shapes the technology that we use every day, from semiconductors to fusion reactors.
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Reviews of Modern Physics is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes comprehensive and critical reviews of modern physics topics. The journal covers a wide range of fields, from particle physics and cosmology to condensed matter and biophysics, and features articles, news, and editorials.
Learn the fundamentals of special and general relativity and cosmology in this online course from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Explore topics such as space, time, energy, gravity, black holes, cosmological principle and more.
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Learn the basics of modern physics, such as light, matter, atoms, radioactivity and semiconductors, with interactive videos and exercises. This course is designed for class 12th students in India and covers five units with 20 skills.
Learn physics topics from one-dimensional motion to quantum physics with videos, articles, and exercises. Explore special relativity and quantum physics in units 16 and 17 of the Physics library.
