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Mechanics (physics)

Scope note

Study of forces on matter or systems, involving the identification and description of such systems by cause-and-effect associations. PG

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300054568

Broader Terms used

physics

Equivalent Terms used

mechanical

Created

13yrs ago

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