Framework Activities
Physics Frameworks for Activities provide a list of investigations for a number of different areas of the Junior Physics syllabus such as Investigating Force, Investigating Electronics and Investigating Voltage. Each experiment is accompanied by a PDF Document which outlines the learning outcomes of the investigation.
- Framework P16: Investigating Measurement OP1
In this activity you will design investigations to measure height, temperature, heat loss, etc. You will also learn how to use graphing software with computer and data-loggers.
- Framework P15: Investigating Expansion and Contraction OP23
In this activity you will design and carry out investigations re expansion of materials and produce models of what is happening on a molecular/atomic level when materials expand.
- Framework P14: Investigating Forces and Levers OP5 - OP9
In this activity you will be dealing with linking one phenomenon to another, deduction, careful observation and measurement, asking questions, and writing a scientific report. You will also be completing activities with levers and spring balances and using force sensors.
- Framework P13: Investigating Energy and Energy Conversions OP16 - OP22
In this activity you will be following logical pattern of questioning, observations, logical thinking, and carry out investigations and activities related to the topic and the syllabus.
- Framework P12: Investigating electronics OP57, OP58, OP59, OP60
In this activity you will show operational circuits for all three components: use the software in conjunction with the sensor technology; modify the circuits or adapt them for other use.
- Framework P11: Investigating the effect of shampoo on hair strength OP4
In this activity you will measure forces with a force sensor, also collect and analyze data using a force sensor. Use a force sensor and a set length of hair to test the breaking force before shampooing and after shampooing with Pantene for a set period of time.
- Framework P10: Investigating voltage, current and resistance OP49, OP50
In this activity you will assemble a complete circuit, detect current and voltage, record values for current and voltage and show results in the form of a table. Finally, graph your results.
- Framework P9: Investigating electricity - d.c. and a.c. OP54
In this activity you will set up different circuits to see if they will conduct with both d.c. and a.c. The students will classify objects into those that use a.c. or d.c. power source. The students will also investigate using pHET, the difference between a.c. and d.c.
- Framework P8: Investigating electromagnets OP45, OP53
In this activity you will deal with the identification of variables and then the systematic testing of those variables.
- Framework P7: Investigating the efficiency of light bulbs OP21
In this activity you will learn how to operate a data-logger in conjunction with (i) a temperature sensor and possibly (ii) a light sensor to establish temperature changes and light intensity levels for a variety of bulbs. You will also use DataStudio to represent this information on a graph so that comparisons can be made. Finally you will have to identify dependent and independent variables.
- Framework P6: Investigating the bounce of a ball OP1
In this activity you will compare the basketball and the golf ball, examine the two balls and identify the differences between them. Compile a list of characteristics that would affect the bounce height and design an investigation into the factor that they have selected.
- Framework P5: Investigating heat insulation OP32
In this activity you will choose a range of materials to investigate. Collect the necessary equipment, measure the amount of the liquid accurately. Debate and decide on the number and frequency of samples to be collected. Repeat the procedure with different materials. Record results and classify good and bad insulators. Explain and interpret results
- Framework P4: Investigating pressure in a liquid. OP11
In this activity you will gain experience in the use of a pressure sensor and data-logger. Analyze graphs of your results.
- Framework P3: Investigating Density and Flotation OP2, OP3
In this activity you will begin to understand what density means (get a better intuitive grasp of abstract concept), and its connection to flotation. Begin to be make predictions based on what is being observed.
- Framework P2: Investigating Sound OP40, OP41
In this activity you will discuss the difference between a musical note and a noise, use the data logging equipment and a microphone, interpret a graph showing various musical notes and noises and understand that a louder sound has a higher wave height (amplitude).
- Framework P1: Investigating friction OP5
In this activity you will select two variables to be investigated, set sample rate, plan a fair test – common surface area and identify safety issues.
