2006 A2 Practical Planning Exercise

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The forum discussion focuses on practical planning exercises for A2 coursework in physics. Key suggestions include measuring the acceleration due to gravity using a pendulum, which allows for the calculation of Earth's mass, and investigating the resistivity of various wire types. Additionally, the discussion touches on diffraction gratings and their minima and maxima. A specific mention is made of a project involving a vibrating metal strip, indicating a focus on dynamic systems.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics concepts, particularly mechanics and wave phenomena.
  • Familiarity with pendulum experiments and their applications in measuring gravitational acceleration.
  • Knowledge of electrical properties, specifically resistivity and its calculation.
  • Experience with diffraction gratings and their role in wave interference patterns.
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  • Research the principles of pendulum motion and its application in measuring gravitational acceleration.
  • Explore methods for calculating the resistivity of different materials and their implications in electrical engineering.
  • Investigate the theory behind diffraction gratings and how to analyze minima and maxima in wave patterns.
  • Study the dynamics of vibrating systems, particularly focusing on metal strips and their vibrational characteristics.
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Students preparing for A2 physics coursework, educators seeking practical experiment ideas, and anyone interested in the application of physics concepts in real-world scenarios.

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anyone stuck for ideas?
 
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1. You could measure the acceleration due to gravity using a pendulum, that's what I had to do for my A2 coursework. Then using the value that you get for 'g', you can expand the work, and calculate the mass of the earth.
2. Calculate the resistivity of different types of wire (That was my AS one).
3. Do some work on diffration gratings, investigating minima and maxima.
 
no i meant this years one...its got nothing to do with what your talkn about sorry...its about a metal strip that keeps vibrating etc...
 

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