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/ˈklæsɪkəl mɛkˈænɪks/ · clas·si·cal · mech·a·nics
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- A branch of physics that deals with the motion of macroscopic objects, including their trajectories, forces, and energies. The professor taught classical mechanics to the students, covering topics such as Newton's laws and the conservation of momentum.
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of the classical period of physics, which emphasized the use of mathematical models and experiments to understand the natural world. The classical mechanics approach to physics is still widely used today, particularly in the study of planetary motion and the behavior of gases.
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Did you know? The term 'classical mechanics' was first used in the 19th century to distinguish it from the emerging field of quantum mechanics, which challenged the classical understanding of the natural world.