Fysikaliskt

Fysikaliskt is a Swedish term used as an adjective and adverb to denote something that belongs to or can be described by physics. It describes phenomena, properties, or explanations rooted in the physical domain, as opposed to chemical, biological, or metaphysical aspects. In scientific writing, fysikaliskt is often used to frame discussions in terms of physical laws and models.

Grammatically, fysikaliskt is the neuter singular form of the adjective; the plural form is fysikaliska. The word is derived from fysik (physics) with the suffix -aliskt, a common Swedish pattern for forming adjectives that denote pertaining to a field or domain. The term is closely related to other endings in the same family, such as fysikalisk (physical, in general) and fysikaliska (plural or feminine forms).

Usage and scope include describing physical properties, processes, or explanations. Examples include “fysikaliska egenskaper” (physical properties) such as density and melting point, and “fysikaliska processer” (physical processes) like diffusion or phase transitions. The term is used to distinguish descriptions grounded in physics from chemical or biological explanations, and it may appear in contexts ranging from engineering to philosophy of science where a physicalist or mechanistic framing is intended.

See also: fysik, fysikalisk, fysik.