Physics Chapter 1 Formative Assessments

Express the following measurement as indicated: 6.20 mg in kilograms

0.0000620 mg

Give two examples of ways that physicists model the physical world.

A mathematical equation A physical model Computer model Diagram

What are the activities involved in the scientific method?

Make observations and collect data that lead to a question. Formulate and objectively test hypotheses by experiments. Interpret results, and revise the hypothesis if necessary. State conclusions in a form that can be evaluated by others.

Name the major areas of physics

Mechanics Thermodynamics Vibrations and Wave Phenomena Optics Electromagnetism Relativity Quantum Mechanics

Identify the area of physics that is most important to the following: a highschool football game

Mechanics; throwing and running

Which SI unit would you use for the following measurement? The length of a swimming pool

Meter

Which SI unit would you use for the following measurement? The time it takes a swimmer to swim a lap in the pool

Seconds

Indicate which of the following physics symbols denote units and which denote variables or quantities. a) C b) c (italicized) c) C (italicized) d) t (italicized) e) T f) T (italicized)

a) unit b)variable c)variable d)variable e)unit f)variable

Identify the area of physics involved in each of the following tests of a lightweight metal alloy proposed for use in sailboat hulls. a. testing the effects of a collision on the alloy b. testing the effects of extreme heat and cold on the alloy c. testing whether the alloy can affect a magnetic compass needle

a. mechanical b. thermodynamics c. electromagnetism

Identify the area of physics that is most important to the following: lightning in a thunderstorm

electromagnetism

Which SI unit would you use for the following measurement? The mass of the water in a pool

kilogram

Identify the area of physics that is most important to the following: wearing a pair of sunglasses outside in the sun

optics

Identify the area of physics that is most important to the following: food preparation fo rthe prom

thermodynamics

Identify the area of physics that is most important to the following: playing in the school band

vibrations and waves