Physics Connection to Latin and Greek Root Words:

From the Merriam-Webster Dictionary (on line version)

physics
Etymology: Latin physica, plural, natural science, from Greek physika, from neuter plural of physikos of nature, from physis growth, nature, from phyein to bring forth
 
 

Want extra credit in Mr. Rogers AP Statistics class? Do a science fair project.

Possible Science Fair Projects

  1. Design a statistical study to estimate the fraction of English words with Latin or Greek root words
  2. Design a matched pairs study to determine if learning Latin and Greek Root words boosts SAT Test performance