In Physics, taught by Ms. Chase, we use both algebra and calculus to learn about mechanics, gravity, electricity, magnetism, waves, and harmonic oscillation.
We also design, build, and fix experiments and lab equipment to do experimental testing for labs and similar activities. The data from these labs is statistically analyzed and reported with journals, posters, and slideshows.
Some examples of my work from physics this year are below.
This was a lab that we did to try to prove something within the field of dynamics. We came up with our own questions and designed experiments to answer them. For this experiment, I cooperated with two other people; Hari Koornala and Vik Chithra. This assignment took a while, and we had many difficulties while doing it, but it was rewarding; we ended up getting the right answer even though it took a few days.
This Rocket Problem was a mini "project" where we used the rocket as a projectile. We needed to split this into multiple parts; the launch and initial height gain, a thrustless middle section where it curves, and a final parachute section where the rocket flies back the way it came under the force of a wind. The objective of this was to calculate the place that the rocket landed in relation to where it started.