Write physics extended essay (IB)

In summary, the person is seeking ideas for their extended essay in physics for the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. They prefer topics in waves, kinematics, and thermodynamics and want to perform an experiment and write about the results in 4000 words. The conversation suggests the idea of exploring the relationship between thermodynamics and information theory or using a spectrograph to measure the sun's light. The person is grateful for the suggestions and is considering the spectrograph idea.
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alireza1992
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Hi.
I'm supposed to write an extended essay in physics (I'm currently studying in the last year of IB). I haven't chosen any research question or a topic for my essay. I would appreciate if you could give me some ideas. I searched about it but all the ideas I found are so common and everybody chooses them. I want to get an A so I need to have a new and nice idea. And something in which I can preform an experiment, and then write about the result and analyze them in about 4000 words. Pleas please and please ... help me!
 
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And by the way, the areas of physics which I like to do my EE from are waves and, Kinematic, and thermodynamic.
 
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alireza1992 said:
And by the way, the areas of physics which I like to do my EE from are waves and, Kinematic, and thermodynamic.

How technical does it need to be? What is IB?
 
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DragonPetter said:
How technical does it need to be? What is IB?

Pre university!
IB is an international program in which all courses are being thought in english and it goes a bit deeper into the subjects compared to other high school programs. I just mentioned that it for IB so if there are other IB students having the same question could use this post as well.
:)
But the level is pre university.
 
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You could write about the relationship between thermodynamics and information theory.

There's a great popular physics book on the subject called "Decoding the Universe"
 
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alireza1992, Since you need to do experiments for your research project I suggest making a spectrograph to measure the sun's light. You will find emission lines and absorbtion lines, both which tell you about the sun's characteristics. A simple prism will get you started, but a high quality diffraction grating spectrometer would be best. Measure, analyze, and then report! Good luck.
 
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I like the idea with spectrogpraph. The idea with the information theory is good as well but I cannot preform any experiment in that one.
I put the spectrograph idea in consideration :)
Thanks.
 

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1. What is the purpose of writing a physics extended essay for the IB program?

The purpose of writing a physics extended essay for the IB program is to demonstrate your understanding of key physics concepts and principles, as well as your ability to conduct independent research and critically analyze scientific data. It also allows you to explore a topic of personal interest and develop your skills in academic writing and presentation.

2. How long should a physics extended essay be?

The recommended length for a physics extended essay is between 3,500 and 4,000 words. This includes the main body of the essay, but does not include the abstract, table of contents, references, or any appendices. It is important to stay within this word limit in order to effectively cover your chosen topic and avoid losing points for going over the limit.

3. Can I choose any topic for my physics extended essay?

Yes, you are free to choose any topic related to physics that interests you. However, it is important to keep in mind that your topic must be specific and focused enough to be effectively covered within the word limit. It should also have a clear research question that can be investigated using scientific methods and data.

4. What are the key components of a physics extended essay?

A physics extended essay typically includes an abstract, introduction, method, results, discussion, conclusion, and references. The abstract should provide a brief summary of your research question, methods, and key findings. The introduction should introduce your topic and provide background information. The method section should outline the methods you used to gather and analyze data. The results section presents your findings, while the discussion section analyzes and interprets those results. The conclusion should summarize your main points and answer your research question. Finally, the references section should list all sources cited in the essay.

5. How can I ensure a good grade on my physics extended essay?

In order to achieve a good grade on your physics extended essay, it is important to choose a well-defined and specific topic, conduct thorough research, use reliable sources, and follow the proper structure and format for the essay. You should also carefully analyze and interpret your data, and critically evaluate your findings. Additionally, it is crucial to proofread your essay for any errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and to ensure that all sources are properly cited in the correct format.

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