TASK PLANNER

LEARNING AREA Science

TEACHER S.Panjwani
YEAR / SUBJECT 12 Physics
TASK NAME Circular Motion Design Investigation
DRAFT DUE DATE
DUE DATE

LEARNING DESIGN

Using the equipment provided, design an investigation to explore how one variable (applied force, radius
of circular path or mass of object) affects the period of an object undergoing uniform circular motion.

To complete this task, you will have to complete the following:

Part A: Design Modification

In your group, discuss the factors that could affect the uniform circular motion of the stopper. As a
group, and modifying the given method, select one of these factors to test. You may choose to use the
template provided to guide your planning.

Part B: Conduct the experiment

Undertake the chosen investigation. You will work together safely and collaboratively to collect data.

Part C: Scientific report

Individually, you will write a report with the following:
 introduction with relevant physics concepts, a hypothesis and variables
 materials/apparatus*
 method/procedure that outlines the steps to be taken*
 identification and management of safety and/or ethical risks*
 results*
 analysis of results, identifying trends, and linking results to concepts
 evaluation of procedures and data, and identifying sources of uncertainty
 conclusion, with justification.
The written report should be a maximum of 1500 words.
*The five asterisked sections of materials/apparatus, method/procedures, risks and results are excluded
from the word count.
PROVIDED EQUIPMENT Ideal
position
of
rotation
r

Actual
rotation
al
Alligator position
clip/tape
M
g
Figure 1: Diagrams of available equipment.
PROCEDURE
1. Set up the apparatus as shown in Figure 1. The alligator clip/tape is used as an indicator to fix the
radius of rotation of the string.
2. Record the mass m of the rubber stopper and length of string from the end of the tube to the
approximate centre of mass of the rubber stopper. Record this as r.
3. Record the mass M of the suspended mass.
4. Holding the tube firmly, spin the rubber stopper steadily so that the alligator clip/tape remains just
below the position at which it touches the end of the tube.
5. Time 20 revolutions of the stopper and use this to calculate its period. Record this result. Repeat the
measurement to record 3 separate times.
6. Calculate the average period of the stopper.
7. Vary one of the following variables: the mass M suspended vertically (and thus the applied force), the
radius r or the mass of the rubber stopper m.
8. Through considering equations for the force causing the centripetal acceleration and the speed of the
stopper, suggest the expected relationship between the period of the stopper and the chosen variable.
Test this relationship with the aid of a suitable graph.

ASSESSMENT
Parts A and B: Design modification/conduct the experiment
To be completed by end of lesson Friday Week 8 Term 1 (20/03/2020)
Part C: Scientific report
Draft due date: Monday Week 10 Term 1 (30/03/2020)
Due date: Monday Week 1 Term 2 (27/04/2020)

This is a summative practical investigation that will assess students primarily on Science Inquiry Skills and
Uniform Circular Motion (Topic 1.3). The practical investigation will assess student ability against the
following performance standards:
IAE2 Obtaining, recording, and representation of data, using appropriate conventions and formats.
IAE3 Analysis and interpretation of data and other evidence to formulate and justify conclusions.
IAE4 Evaluation of procedures and their effect on data.
KA1 Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of physics concepts.
KA4 Communication of knowledge and understanding of physics concepts and information, using
appropriate terms, conventions and representations.

An assessment rubric has been provided on the following page.

Performance Standards for Stage 2 Physics
- Investigation, Analysis and Evaluation
A Designs a logical, coherent, and detailed
physics investigation.
Obtains, records, and represents data, using
appropriate conventions and formats
accurately and highly effectively.
Systematically analyses and interprets data
and evidence to formulate logical
conclusions with detailed justification.
Critically and logically evaluates procedures
and their effect on data.
B Designs a well-considered and clear physics
investigation.
Obtains, records, and represents data, using
appropriate conventions and formats mostly
accurately and effectively.
Logically analyses and interprets data and
evidence to formulate suitable conclusions
with reasonable justification.
Logically evaluates procedures and their
effect on data.
C Designs a considered and generally clear
physics investigation.
Obtains, records, and represents data, using
generally appropriate conventions and
formats with some errors but generally
accurately and effectively.
Undertakes some analysis and interpretation
of data and evidence to formulate generally
appropriate conclusions with some
justification.
Evaluates procedures and some of their
effect on data.
D Prepares the outline of a physics
investigation.
Obtains, records, and represents data, using
conventions and formats inconsistently,
with occasional accuracy and effectiveness.
Describes data and undertakes some basic
interpretation to formulate a basic
conclusion.
Attempts to evaluate procedures or suggest
an effect on data.
E Identifies a simple procedure for a physics
investigation.
Attempts to record and represent some data,
with limited accuracy or effectiveness.
Attempts to describe results and/or interpret
data to formulate a basic conclusion.
Acknowledges that procedures affect data.
Knowledge and Application
Demonstrates deep and broad knowledge
and understanding of a range of physics
concepts.
Develops and applies physics concepts
highly effectively in new and familiar
contexts.
Critically explores and understands in depth
the interaction between science and society.
Communicates knowledge and
understanding of physics coherently, with
highly effective use of appropriate terms,
conventions, and representations.
Demonstrates some depth and breadth of
knowledge and understanding of a range of
physics concepts.
Develops and applies physics concepts
mostly effectively in new and familiar
contexts.
Logically explores and understands in some
depth the interaction between science and
society.
Communicates knowledge and
understanding of physics mostly coherently,
with effective use of appropriate terms,
conventions, and representations.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding
of a general range of physics concepts.
Develops and applies physics concepts
generally effectively in new or familiar
contexts.
Explores and understands aspects of the
interaction between science and society.
Communicates knowledge and
understanding of physics generally
effectively, using some appropriate terms,
conventions, and representations.
Demonstrates some basic knowledge and
partial understanding of physics concepts.
Develops and applies some physics
concepts in familiar contexts.
Partially explores and recognises aspects of
the interaction between science and society.
Communicates basic physics information,
using some appropriate terms, conventions,
and/or representations.
Demonstrates limited recognition and
awareness of physics concepts.
Attempts to develop and apply physics
concepts in familiar contexts.
Attempts to explore and identify an aspect
of the interaction between science and
society.
Attempts to communicate information about
physics.
ASSESSMENT OUTLINE (DO NOT ATTACH TO REPORT)
Key points to include Description Comments
IAE2 Obtaining, recording, and representation of data, using appropriate conventions and formats.
Summary of results Table(s) used to summarise data with appropriate use of
headings, symbols, units and significant figures.
Sample calculations shown where appropriate.
Graph(s) used to summarise data with appropriate axes
labels, units and trend line. Trend line equation displayed
when appropriate.
Calculation of Calculation of unknown variables showing logical working
unknown variables and appropriate units.
IAE3 Analysis and interpretation of data and other evidence to formulate and justify conclusions.
Critical analysis of the Identification of trends, linking results to concepts.
results. A comment Justification of whether results are consistent with
on the accuracy and expected theory.
precision of the Explanation of how accuracy and precision of results were
results based on identified.
evidence.
Conclusion A clear statement of how the results relate to the aim of
the experiment. Was the hypothesis supported?
Do the results lead to a definite conclusion/are there any
limitations on the conclusion and why?
IAE4 Evaluation of procedures and their effect on data.
Discussion of all likely A description and classification of the possible errors (e.g.
sources of errors and systematic or random - at least 2 for each type). Discuss
their effects on the how they affected the data and how effectively the
data. procedure minimised their effects.
Reliability and validity Comment on the reliability and validity of the experiment.
KA1 Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of physics concepts.
Key ideas and Demonstrates a deep and broad knowledge and
background theory understanding of the physics concepts surrounding the
experiment.
Hypothesis A prediction of the results or relationship between
variables based on physics theory.
Variables Identification of independent, dependent, controlled and
uncontrollable variables.
Justification of variables (e.g. how they are controlled, why
they impact the dependent variable)
Safety and ethical At least three possible hazards and appropriate
considerations precautions.
Materials listed Apparatus to be used for investigation. Specific quantities
and measurements provided.
KA4 Communication of knowledge and understanding of physics concepts and information, using appropriate terms,
conventions and representations.
Correct referencing in Effective use and selection from a variety of sources.
the collection of data Clear referencing (in-text and bibliography).
from a variety of
sources
Report should be Use concise language and graphics to present scientific
logical, clear and information in the correct report format. Captions to
scientific identify tables and figures.
Maximum of 1500 words (Introduction, Discussion and
Conclusion).
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