Physics Assignments

Complete the google form independently.

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Upload work / answers to section 1 here.

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Complete the google form independently.

During the next few days, you will be completing a series of independent research projects / assignments on waves and sound. All three sub-parts will be worth a project grade. 

All three subparts will be due by Monday, May 05 at 8:00 AM. You will NOT be able to turn this assignment in late. You will be given one study hall day to work on these three subparts. You will be given some class time to work on each subpart the day they are assigned. The schedule in which each subpart will be released is below. 

Please note: if you want a 100, you should meet the amount of recommended pages and not exceed the maximum, have a plethora of physics terminology, in addition to answering the question competently. Citations are also necessary (just list the links used; APA is not necessary; try to avoid sources like wikipedia, and look for more academic / scholarly sources). Double space, 12pt font, Time New Roman. Used attached document. 

Tuesday, April 29th - Resonance Research

Wednesday, April 30th - Wave applications / career research

Thursday, May 1st - Animal / Sound Research

Friday, May 2nd - Waves Test


Wave applications / Career research

Waves and Sound have many applications in different fields, including Geology and Geography, Healthcare, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing, and everyday technologies.
Choose one technology related to Waves and Sound from each of the four categories to research. Describe the purpose and benefits and provide the date of development/invention and a relevant diagram for each (if applicable).

Group 1: Geologic and Geographic technologies (0.5 - 1.5 page)
Choose 1:
Sonar, Seismometer, Seismograph, Damping Pendulum in Buildings
-What is the purpose of this technology?
-When was it developed/invented?
-What benefits does this technology provide to society or the environment?
-Include other relevant information / careers associated with the technology. 
-Include a diagram (if applicable). Diagram WILL NOT be counted towards required length. 

Group 2: Healthcare technologies (0.5 - 1.5 page)
Choose 1:
Hearing Aid, Cochlear Implant, Echocardiography, Ultrasonic surgery, Ultrasound for medical imaging.
-What is the purpose of this technology?
-When was it developed/invented?
-What benefits does this technology provide to society or the environment?
-Include other relevant information / careers associated with the technology. 
-Include a diagram (if applicable). Diagram WILL NOT be counted towards required length. 

Group 3: Engineering & Manufacturing technologies (0.5 - 1.5 page)
Choose 1:
Reflectoscope, Emulsifier, Passive Roadway Noise Barrier, Auditoriums, Anechoic Chamber, Ultrasonic Cleaner.
-What is the purpose of this technology?
-When was it developed/invented?
-What benefits does this technology provide to society or the environment?
-Include other relevant information / careers associated with the technology. 
-Include a diagram (if applicable). Diagram WILL NOT be counted towards required length. 

Group 4: Everyday technologies (0.5 - 1.5 page)
Choose 1:
Noise-cancelling Headphones, Ultrasonic Cleaner, Humidifier, Diffraction Horn in Speakers
-What is the purpose of this technology?
-When was it developed/invented?
-What benefits does this technology provide to society or the environment?
-Include other relevant information / careers associated with the technology. 
-Include a diagram (if applicable). Diagram WILL NOT be counted towards required length. 

Reflection / Conclusion (0.5 - 1.5 page)
Of the four technologies you have chosen, explain which one you think has improved the quality of life most for...
-a) yourself.
-b) society as a whole.

Citation
Include a citation page following the conclusion. Citation page merely needs to include links to sources used.

During the next few days, you will be completing a series of independent research projects / assignments on waves and sound. All three sub-parts will be worth a project grade. 

All three subparts will be due by Monday, May 05 at 8:00 AM. You will NOT be able to turn this assignment in late. You will be given one study hall day to work on these three subparts. You will be given some class time to work on each subpart the day they are assigned. The schedule in which each subpart will be released is below. 

Please note: if you want a 100, you should meet the amount of recommended pages and not exceed the maximum, have a plethora of physics terminology, in addition to answering the question competently. Citations are also necessary (just list the links used; APA is not necessary; try to avoid sources like wikipedia, and look for more academic / scholarly sources). Double space, 12pt font, Time New Roman. Used attached document. 

Tuesday, April 29th - Resonance Research

Wednesday, April 30th - Wave applications / career research

Thursday, May 1st - Animal / Sound Research

Friday, May 2nd - Waves Test

From infrasonic communication to echolocation, animals use sound waves in incredible ways to adapt to their environments. Whether used to stay safe or thrive as a predator an animal’s hearing is critical to its survival.

In this activity, you will research four animals’ use of sound waves. After learning about four animals and how they use sound waves to survive, you will choose the animal that you believe to have the most impressive use of sound waves. Organize your research in the attached document, citing your sources. 

I have included some videos that may help you. Feel free to use them as your sources.

As we begin to tie in music with physics, watch the introductory video linked below. Then, write (1-2 paragraphs) about the physics of music, and how it is similar to what we have already studied in the waves and sound section.

During the next few days, you will be completing a series of independent research projects / assignments on waves and sound. All three sub-parts will be worth a project grade. 

All three subparts will be due by Monday, May 05 at 8:00 AM. You will NOT be able to turn this assignment in late. You will be given some class time to work on each subpart the day they are assigned. The schedule in which each subpart will be released is below. 

Please note: if you want a 100, you should meet the amount of recommended pages and not exceed the maximum, have a plethora of physics terminology, in addition to answering the question competently. Citations are also necessary (just list the links used; APA is not necessary; try to avoid sources like wikipedia, and look for more academic / scholarly sources). Double space, 12pt font, Time New Roman. Used attached document. 

Tuesday, April 29th - Resonance Research

Wednesday, April 30th - Wave applications / career research

Thursday, May 1st - Animal / Sound Research

Friday, May 2nd - Waves Test

Resonance Research 
Q1. (~0.5 - 1.5 page)
a.) There are two main types of seismic waves: body waves and surface waves. Summarize both body and surface waves, then note their differences.
b.) There are two types of body waves: primary and secondary waves. Summarize both primary and secondary waves, then note their differences.

Q2. (~0.5 - 1.5 page)
Research the Angers Suspension Bridge in France. 
a) How long was the bridge?
b) When was the bridge built?
c) When and how did the bridge collapse? Include relevant Physics terminology.
d) How many casualties were attributed to the Angers Bridge collapse?

Q3. (~ 0.5 - 1 page)
Watch a video / read sources about the Tacoma Narrows Bridge (1940), OR the resonance on the London Thames Millennium Bridge (2000). Consider how their designs could have been improved. Write about the videos watched or sources read, the bridge chosen, physics terminology (resonance) and how the designs could have been improved. Please note: the links to the videos watched MUST be included in the sources. If you pick a video under 5 minutes in length, a second video must be chosen. Be sure to research videos that speak about the physics related to the bridge chosen.

Upload work / answers to section 10  here.

Please review the answers to sections 10. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 10?

Research information on the characteristics of ocean waves with regard to wave speed, amplitude, wavelengths, and other wave characteristics. Include descriptions of wave trains, fully-developed seas, tidal waves, wave interference, why and how waves break, the different types of breakers, and how a surfer identifies the "perfect" wave. Also include information on the instruments used to measure waves, how someone on a ship measures a wave, and the biggest wave ever recorded. 


Due: 4/15
Length Requirement: 1.5 - 2.5  page, double spaced.

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Watch the attached video. Fill out the "try this" section in your notes after you have finished the video.

Please review the answers to sections 8. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 7?

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Please review the answers to sections 7. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 7?

1.) Watch the short 20 second video below. Pause frequently, if needed. What do you notice when a wave reflects on the free end? What about the fixed end? What inferences can you make? (1 paragraph)

2.) Watch the 4 minute video. Write a summary of the video; talk about every concept the video goes over, but make special note of the "reflection" and "refraction" sections. Typically, water both reflects and refracts. After watching the video, think about what you see when you look in a pond or lake. How is both reflection and refraction occurring? (i.e. trees may be a hint...). (2-3 paragraphs)

Complete the quiz. 

1.) Watch the short 20 second video below. Pause frequently, if needed. What do you notice when a wave reflects on the free end? What about the fixed end? What inferences can you make? (1 paragraph)

2.) Watch the 4 minute video. Write a summary of the video; talk about every concept the video goes over, but make special note of the "reflection" and "refraction" sections. Typically, water both reflects and refracts. After watching the video, think about what you see when you look in a pond or lake. How is both reflection and refraction occurring? (i.e. trees may be a hint...). (2-3 paragraphs)

Please review the answers to section 6. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 6?

Please review the answers to section 4. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 4?

Please review the answers to section 5. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 5?

Watch the attached video. Then, write a brief explanation of the Doppler effect, using the video as a resource.

We went over the answers to section 2 yesterday, so those answers will not be posted. Please complete the packet on top of your cube storage bins. 

Watch the video linked below. Using the provided video and the internet for sources, discuss the difference between longitudinal and transverse waves. Give examples of both. (2 Paragraphs)

1.) Review the attached presentation. Read through / fill in the blanks in your notes. 
2.) Complete section 1 of your practice packet in tandem with the attached google form. Use your notes and the internet as a source for your research.

Research the importance of water on Earth with respect to life and climate. Be sure to research / look up how water's high specific heat capacity benefits Earth. Also research how the latent fusion / vaporization values impact and benefit Earth's climate. 

-Minimum 1 page
-Maximum 2 pages 
-12 point font / Times New Roman
-Must be thorough and include detailed explanations / research of the benefits of water related to specific heat capacity, as well as latent heat. 


Then, create a poster (using copy paper) that encourages other planetary beings to move to Earth because of the benefits of water. Highlight some of your research in the poster. 

This is due before the end of class, so pace yourself. This is a project / lab grade.

Watch the attached video. 

Then, using the video as a resource (and the internet, if needed), attempt to answer the following questions: 

1.) Why must additional energy be added to a substance in order for it to change states?


2.) Why does it take more energy to change states from liquid to gas than it takes to change states from solid to liquid?

Upload work / answers to section 1 (1-4)  here.

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Prior to starting our (short) thermal energy section, complete the attached form in conjunction with the guided notes. All of the questions cover concepts learned in previous science classes; however, feel free to use the internet as a resource if you forgot some answers / need help.

Upload work / answers to section 7 here.

Doodle Project
Part A (15 minutes) - Work on your specific section. Be sure to answer the practice questions, and make sure you know how to explain the concept to the class. 

Part B (15 minutes) - You will present your section to the class. 

Tripp, Ethan and Eli - Kinetic Energy
Olivia and Madelyng - GPE
Georgia and Evie - Conservation of Energy

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How comfortable do you feel with section 6?

Watch the video linked below. Following the video, describe energy efficiency (using the video as a source, as well as your notes). Then, use the internet to identify which type of refrigerator (i.e. top freezer, bottom freezer, side by side, etc..) is (typically) the most energy efficient, using physics terminology. Be sure to cite any sources.

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Please check your answers below.

I have included a video (Blackboard 8) going over your practice section, specifically #2. Please try it out on your own first, then use the video if you need help / want to check your answer.

Upload work / answers to section 2 here.

Check the answers to section 2 of your Energy practice packet. (linked below)

Upload work / answers to section 1 here.

1.) Check the answers to section 1 of your Energy practice packet. (linked below)
2.) [ON ATTACHED GOOGLE DOCUMENT] - Yesterday, we discussed electricity generation. Research the generation method(s) for electricity in our area. Write about them Then, discuss which energy generation method you think is best to provide energy for your area.
3.) [ALSO ON ATTACHED GOOGLE DOCUMENT] Visit project sunroof (link below). Type in your address and see if your home would benefit from solar energy. Discuss how you would benefit using data included in the link / for your particular house (data is given below map). If your particular home is not a good candidate for solar, discuss why. If you do not know your address, just research the address to a house, business or school in East Tennessee, then use the link provided.

Watch the khan academy video. Write ~ a paragraph summarizing the video and about the difference between potential and kinetic energy (on google doc) (~ 20 minutes)

Use the attached doc to complete the terminal speed lab.

Below you will find the answers to the Forces Test. Feel free to make corrections / staple corrections on to your test. 

Also included are the 1-D and 2-D Kinematics test (to review for the midterm). 

Midterm will cover 1-D and 2-D Kinematics, as well as Forces.

Forces - Blackboard 1111
2-D - Blackboard 19
1-D - TEST

Review the answers to the 2-D kinematics test. I also included a different version of the test that I break down a bit more, should you need help. 

If you prefer to type, use the sheet attached to answer the questions. If you are creating a digital brochure, please submit it on the post.

Below you will find the answers to the forces task cards I meant to work some of these out with you, but time did not allow this to happen. 

Here are the answers to the friction section. 

Please review the answers to section 7. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 7?

Please review the answers to sections 3, 5 and 6. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with sections 3, 5 and 6?

Watch the video below. Then: 


1.) Write a brief reflection of the video.

AND Answer the following: 

2.)True or False:
You and the Earth both accelerate towards each other at 9.8 m/s2 since the forces you and the Earth exert on one another are equal and opposite.
Explain your reasoning.

3.) True or False:
When you push on a wall, it does not move because of the reaction force: the wall pushes back on you and those two forces cancel each other. Explain your reasoning.

4.) A force of 1 N is the only horizontal force exerted on a block, and the horizontal acceleration of the block is measured. When the same horizontal force is the only force exerted on a second block, the horizontal acceleration is three times as large. What can you conclude about the masses of the two blocks? Use physics terminology during your explanation.

Please review the answers to section 2. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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Upload work / answers to sections 2-5 here.

Watch the two videos linked below. After watching, write a 2-3 paragraph reflection. Include physics terminology, such as terminal velocity, gravity, acceleration, force, etc... How would the position of a skydiver's body impact terminal velocity? Why? What are your thoughts on skydiving?

Please review the answers to section 1. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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Discuss the three laws of motion presented in the video. More information can be found on the website linked below or with a google search. Discuss the solution, presented in the video, that led the Wright brothers to get their plane to fly. (2-3 paragraphs)

If you finish early, fill out the preconceptions section on the FORCES notes packet.

Check your answers to sections 6 - 8.

Watch the attached video on Relative Velocity. Then, write (~ 1 paragraph) about relative velocity (what it is; how it works; applicable calculations in 1-d and 2-d).

Please review the answers to section 5. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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Please review the answers to sections 2-3. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 2-3?

Upload work / answers to sections 2-3 here.

Please review the answers to section 1. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 1?

Upload work / answers to sections 1 here.

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Review your test results.

(Worth LAB Grade)
When choosing what to study after high school and choosing careers, it is helpful to know what problems you would like to help solve.  Knowing the problems that inspire you to work towards solutions can be an effective way of guiding your future path.  The United Nations has identified many global issues, listed below. 
 
Your Task: Help yourself and other students connect issues they are passionate about with career and post-secondary pathways.

1)    Explore the list of global issues. Choose 3 issues (you may also add issues that you have identified are important to you).
2)    Summarize these 3 issues and why they are important to you. Use the google doc titled "Physics Career Summaries" for this section. 
3)    Research how physicists can help work towards a solution on these 3 issues. Consider what branch(es) of physics would be involved and the types of physics specialists that would help solve these types of problems.  Examples of specialists: mechanical engineer, electrician, ophthalmologist, medical physicist, ultrasound technician, post doc researcher, nuclear engineer, etc.
List the branch of physics and the physics specialist for all 3 issues on the google doc titled "Physics Career Summaries"
4)    Narrow your focus to the issue you are most interested in working towards a solution for.  Select one issue.
5)    Create a poster (landscape or portrait / standard paper size of 8.5 x 11 inches) that would inform and inspire a fellow student to work towards solving this issue by providing them 
                        i.         Information about the issue (paragraph about the issue and why people should care + at least one relevant image)
                       ii.         Information about the type(s) of physics specialists that can help solve this issue. Summarize in a sentence or two what each type(s) of specialist does, e.g. “Nuclear engineers research how to access the benefits of radioactive materials mainly for use in medical diagnosis, medical treatment, and electricity production.  This role involves developing instruments, machinery, and systems.” Include at least one relevant image.
                      iii.         Information on how to become this specialist(s). This includes which program(s) to enroll in, which post-secondary institutions offer this program(s), and which high school courses are required to gain acceptance into this program(s).
 
An evaluation rubric is attached.
 
The due date for this assignment is Monday, January 27.
Submit the summary on the attached google document in Google Classroom.  Submit a PDF on google classroom of the 8.5 x 11” poster, or submit a hardcopy, so Mr. Ramos can print them to display in the classroom.

Please review the answers to section 10. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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Please review the answers to section 9. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 9?

You are driving a car, traveling at a constant velocity of 25 m/s along a straight road, when you see a child suddenly run onto the road. It takes 0.45s for you to react and apply the brakes. As a result, the car slows with a steady acceleration of 8.5 m/s^2 in the direction opposite your motion and comes to a stop. What is the total displacement of the car before it stops? 

I will provide a hint for this problem in about 10 minutes. I would prefer you get the answer on your own. If you do end up using the hint to solve this problem, please note it in your explanation (I won't take points off). If you are able to figure it out without the hint, note that in your explanation. 

Include a detailed explanation. You will have about 25 minutes.

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You will be given time to work on your Physics Career Project. Please ensure that you are only working on the project. This will be the last day I will allow you to work on this in class before it is due.

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Upload work / answers to sections 6 here.

Please review the answers to section 6. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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Please review the answers to section 5. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with section 5 (Position / Time / Accelerating)?

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Upload work / answers to sections 4 here.

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How comfortable do you feel with section 4 (Position / Time)?

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How comfortable do you feel with section 3 (Acceleration)?

You will be given time to work on your Physics Career Project. Please ensure that you are only working on the project. This will be one of two in-class days I will allow you to work on this before it is due.

THINK - Think about this problem independently.

WRITE - Construct a well written response on the attached document. Keep your response ~ 1-2 paragraphs, as you will be limited on time (~20 minutes). Do this independently. 

DISCUSS - Discuss this problem with the person next to you. Do not discuss until I have said you can. 


A car travels straight along a street from a grocery store to a post office. To represent its motion, you use a coordinate system with its origin at a grocery store and the direction the car is moving as the positive direction. Your friend uses a coordinate system with its origin at the post office and the opposite direction as the positive direction (car is still moving in the positive direction). Would you two agree on the car's position (relative to the coordinate system)? Displacement? Distance? The time interval the trip took? Explain.

Please review the answers to section 1-2. ONLY review the answers if you have completed the assignment. Make all corrections using a PEN.


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How comfortable do you feel with the first two sections (Intro to Kinematics / Velocity)?

Click on the attached document for instructions. Fill out the document and save on google drive. Create your patch and upload it to this assignment, or turn in a printed copy to Mr. Ramos.

Upload work / answers to sections 1-2 here. 

Part 1: 
After watching the assigned video, write about differences between scalar qualities and vector quantities. Give some examples. How can you display magnitude on a vector quantity? What do vectors always "wear"?

Then, come up with an easy way to remember the difference between vectors and scalars. 

You should have about 1 paragraph of detailed explanations / examples. Complete this assignment on the attached google document.

Part 2: 
Fill out the "preconceptions" section of your 1-D Kinematics guided notes packet.

Complete the assignment on DM.