physical science
noun
: any of the natural sciences (such as physics, chemistry, and astronomy) that deal primarily with nonliving materials
physical scientist
noun
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Earlier empiricists like Locke and Francis Bacon believed that the physical sciences should still be grounded partly in metaphysical belief.
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Christopher Beha, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
For the two-week trip, Vast put a call out for research proposals and will focus on biology and biotechnology, physical sciences, human research and technology demonstrations.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
The seven subject areas identified in this year's report are exceptional student education, math, English, general science, physical science, Earth and space science and English for Speakers of Other Languages.
—CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Bezos is jumping into a crowded field, where a growing number of buzzy startups are raising billions to research ways to accelerate AI applications in the physical sciences.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 17 Nov. 2025
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Christopher Beha, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
For the two-week trip, Vast put a call out for research proposals and will focus on biology and biotechnology, physical sciences, human research and technology demonstrations.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
The seven subject areas identified in this year's report are exceptional student education, math, English, general science, physical science, Earth and space science and English for Speakers of Other Languages.
—CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Bezos is jumping into a crowded field, where a growing number of buzzy startups are raising billions to research ways to accelerate AI applications in the physical sciences.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 17 Nov. 2025
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“Physical science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physical%20science. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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