Complete Definition of "classical physics"

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classical physics

#physics all aspects of physics developed before the rise of quantum mechanics
#The division of physics that encompasses the three major areas of mechanics, electrodynamics, and thermodynamics, all of which were developed prior to the establishment of quantum physics in the twentieth century. Source: Physics for Christian Schools, Second Edition

Usage notes
Sometimes also excludes general relativity and special relativity

See also
classical mechanics

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