Back to Library

Physics Key Dates, Names, and Constants

Physics

A quiz focused on historical milestones, famous physicists, and foundational numerical constants in physics.

dates names constants

7 Questions Medium Ages 12+ Sep 12, 2026

Practice Test PDF Answer Key PDF

Choose a Study Format

Quiz

Test your knowledge with multiple-choice questions and instant feedback.

Flashcards

Flip through cards to review terms, definitions and key concepts.

True or False

Quickly decide if statements are true or false to reinforce understanding.

Match Game

Race against time to match questions with their correct answers.

Study Guide

Read through all topics and answers as a comprehensive study reference.

Listen Mode

Listen to questions and answers read aloud — great for audio learners on the go.

Embed This Study Set

Add this interactive study set to your website or blog — all 6 formats included.

<div data-quixly-id="7268"></div>
<script src="https://www.quixlylearn.com/assets/embed/widget.js"></script>

Learn more about embedding →

About this Study Set

This study set covers Physics through 7 practice questions. A quiz focused on historical milestones, famous physicists, and foundational numerical constants in physics. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

Questions & Answers

Browse all 7 questions from the Physics Key Dates, Names, and Constants study set below. Each question shows the correct answer — select a study format above to practice interactively.

1 What is the exact speed of light in a vacuum defined by the International System of Units (SI)?

A 299,792,458 m/s
B 300,000,000 m/s
C 299,792,500 m/s
D 298,792,458 m/s

2 In which year was Albert Einstein awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his explanation of the photoelectric effect?

A 1905
B 1915
C 1921
D 1933

3 Which British physicist discovered the neutron in 1932?

A Ernest Rutherford
B James Chadwick
C J.J. Thomson
D John Cockcroft

4 What is absolute zero expressed in degrees Celsius?

A -273.15 °C
B -273.00 °C
C -254.12 °C
D -300.15 °C

5 What is the approximate value of Avogadro's constant (N_A)?

A 6.022 × 10²³ mol⁻¹
B 3.000 × 10⁸ mol⁻¹
C 1.602 × 10⁻¹⁹ mol⁻¹
D 6.626 × 10⁻³⁴ mol⁻¹

6 Who discovered X-rays in 1895 and subsequently received the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901?

A Henri Becquerel
B Wilhelm Röntgen
C Marie Curie
D Max Planck

7 What is the approximate value of the Newtonian gravitational constant (G) in m³ kg⁻¹ s⁻²?

A 9.81 × 10⁰
B 6.67 × 10⁻¹¹
C 8.31 × 10⁰
D 1.38 × 10⁻²³

📱

Study on the go

Download Quixly and access all study formats on your phone — anywhere, anytime.