Grade 11 Physics: Motion project help/ideas?

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The forum discussion centers around project ideas for a Grade 11 Physics assignment focused on motion, which accounts for 15-17% of the total year mark. The user, SydDF, seeks suggestions for experiments that are more complex than basic friction studies. Ideas proposed include investigating the effects of friction on a ball rolling down a slope, creating a perpetual motion machine, and constructing a Newton's cradle. The conversation highlights the need for engaging and educational projects that demonstrate principles of motion.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics concepts, particularly motion and forces.
  • Familiarity with experimental design and data collection methods.
  • Knowledge of friction and its effects on motion.
  • Basic skills in constructing simple mechanical devices, such as a Newton's cradle.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the principles of friction and its impact on motion.
  • Explore the concept of perpetual motion machines and their theoretical implications.
  • Learn how to construct a Newton's cradle and analyze its motion dynamics.
  • Investigate various materials and surfaces to assess their effects on rolling motion.
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This discussion is beneficial for high school physics students, educators seeking project ideas, and anyone interested in hands-on experiments related to motion and forces.

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Hi guys, This might seem like a rather ambiguous question but I have a physics project on motion that I need to do. It is rather a big project accounting for a weighting of around 15-17% of my total year mark.

Now here's the thing I need to find something to investigate/experiment with regarding motion but, I am stuck on Motion investigation Ideas. So If anyone could help me in choosing an idea related to motion for my project it will be GREATLY appreciated.

Thank you

-SydDF I'm β than you. I catch fish with my Ʃ

P.S. If I have posted in the wrong sub forum, sorry for an inconvenience.

Edit: An experiment of medium difficulty would suffice
 
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ball rolling down a slope? on different surfaces to see the affect friction has on motion? sorry I am not much of a physics wizz but it popped into my head thought it may or may not help
 
Hmm thank you for that but that would be rather too simple for my teacher. Besides my friend in class alredy did a similar project to friction but instead used viscosity and density of liquids acting on a block, moving down a slope.

Any other suggestions? ^_^ (At the moment i can't really think of any motion related material because I just finished the heating and cooling topic for this term)
 
Can you build a perpetual motion machine?
 
You mean something that endlessly continues motion without loss of energy? Such as a Newtons cradle?
 
sure, there's other things you can do as well I am sure, but you could get all crafty and technical and make one, might take some time though
 
everyone loves that drinking bird thing.
 
Yes thankyou hayley I am looking into this idea currently right now. Thank you so much.

Reminds of that simpsons episode where Homer is too lazy to press the Y key on his keyboard and uses that drinking birdy thingy.

Anyways if you or anyone still have more ideas, don't be afraid to spill them here.
 
np glad i could help on some way :)
 

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