Physics!
In physics, taught by Ms. Chase, we cover the topics of the AP Physics C course,
which explores kinematics, projectiles, energy, and motion, among other subjects.
Throughout units, we experiment and perform numerous labs that enforce and put our
skills into real-world use. We also work on modeling projects that help us grasp
the world around us, such as determining the amount of buffer time traffic lights
should employ using kinematics equations.
During our dynamics unit, Ms. Chase challenged us with creating a spin-off
of a lab she presented to us. My group, which included Dasha V. and
Salman A., decided to test the effect of a fan, an opposing force,
on the movement of a cart-pulley system on an Atwood track. After
collecting data, we presented our findings through a report. Have trouble viewing the file? Click Here.
Another problem that I completed was a 2D rocket problem, in which Ms. Chase gave
every student their own set of unique numbers. From there, we used what we
were taught during our projectiles unit to break the scary problem into
stages, piecing together all the unknowns. Have trouble viewing the file? Click Here.