What Are Good Topics for a Non-Experimental Physics Research Project?

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on identifying suitable non-experimental physics research topics for a high school final year project. Key suggestions include exploring Special Relativity, electric motors, and their applications. Participants emphasize the importance of formulating a clear research question and utilizing secondary sources such as articles and books. The project requires a comprehensive report of at least 15 pages, including diagrams, to meet academic standards.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Special Relativity principles
  • Familiarity with electric motor concepts
  • Research skills for sourcing academic articles and books
  • Ability to create diagrams to illustrate concepts
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the implications of Special Relativity in modern physics
  • Explore the design and functionality of various types of electric motors
  • Learn about secondary-source research methodologies
  • Investigate how to effectively present scientific information through diagrams
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High school students preparing for final year physics projects, educators guiding students in research methodologies, and anyone interested in non-experimental physics topics.

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Hello,

Sorry, I'm sure this question has been asked many a time, however I could not find anything satisfying my needs.

Basically, I need a research task soon, and I really don't know anywhere else to ask for advice. I have thought about this for a couple hours and researched however I could not really come to a conclusion. I am in my final year of high school and it's a pretty big part of my exams... It's due in about 6-8 weeks so I have plenty of time, however I need to think of an idea in a couple days...

So yeah, I am required to conduct a secondary-source research task (which should be 15+ pages including diagrams) on topics relating to Physics such as Special Relativity, motors and stuff.
It has to be a research QUESTION on anything and we have to conduct a research task (not experimental so it's pretty broad) and research articles books and stuff.

I really have no idea but thanks if there are any suggestions :) :) :)
 
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Can you tell us about some ideas that you've considered so far, and rejected, and why? That might help people to lead you to something more suitable.
 

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