Physics Assignment
Part 1: Nature of Science
Use the scientific method to investigate a simple problem/question of your choice. The steps are listed in the lecture notes. (e.g. Why does a marble fall faster than a feather?).
Part 2: SI Units
For each of the following commonly used measurements, indicate its symbol.
o _____ deciliter
o _____ kilogram
o _____ meter
o _____ milligram
o _____ nanometer
o _____ millisecond
o _____ liter
o _____ kilometer
o _____ microgram
o _____ centimeter
o _____ gram
o _____ second
Part 3: Fundamental and Derived Units
Electric charge (C) and number of particles (mol) are examples of fundamental quantities, while pressure (kg/m*s2, Pa) and electric potential (kg*m2/s2*C, V) are derived quantities. All quantities have a base unit that is chosen for use in the SI system of units.
o Name two other fundamental quantities and two derived quantities. Give the SI units of each.
Part 4: Density (You must show all work)
o Calculate the density of a substance with a mass of 35.0 g and a volume of 25.0 cm3.
o A small gold nugget has a volume of 0.87 cm3. What is its mass if the density of gold is 19.3 g/cm3?
o What volume is occupied by 35.2 g of carbon tetrachloride if its density is 1.60 g/mL?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.