MYP_3_Phy_TEA_PS_1_Exemplar

Student’s Name: Subject Group: Science MYP Year: 3
(Physics)
Unit title: Practice sheet
Key concept: Related concept(s): Global context: Scientific
Relationship Environment, Interactions and technical innovation:
Systems, models, methods
Statement of inquiry: The relationship between natural and human systems can be
understood and improved through innovative scientific models and methods.
Time assigned: 30 Time Taken: Date:
min
NOTE: The work produced by the student for this assignment must be
student’s original work and must not be plagiarized (copied from some
other source) or peer plagiarized (peer’s ideas/work copied as their own in
the responses
Criterion B questions
You are an engineer tasked with designing an underwater research
station. The station will be located at different depths in various fluids
such as freshwater, saltwater, and oil. To ensure the safety and integrity of
the structure, you need to investigate how the pressure varies in fluids
with different densities at the same depth.
1. Formulate a research question for the above investigation.
How does the pressure at a fixed depth in a fluid depend on
the density of the fluid?
2. Identify independent, dependent and control variables for the

investigation.
Independent Variable: Density of the fluid (freshwater, saltwater, and oil).

Dependent Variable: Pressure at a specific depth.
Control Variables: Depth (10 cm), temperature of the fluid, container shape, and
fluid volume.
3. Formulate a hypothesis for the investigation.
If the density of a fluid increases, the pressure at a fixed

depth will also increase because pressure in a fluid is
directly proportional to its density, as described by the
equation P=ρghP, where ρ\rho is the density of the fluid, g is
the acceleration due to gravity, and h is the depth.
4. Write down the procedure to conduct the investigation in the

physics lab.
a. Fill three separate containers with freshwater, saltwater, and cooking oil.
b. Use a manometer or pressure sensor to measure the pressure at a depth of
10 cm in each fluid.
c. Ensure that all fluids are at the same temperature.
d. Record three pressure readings (trials) for each fluid to account for
variability.
e. Calculate the average pressure for each fluid and compare values.
5. State the safety measures you will take while doing the experiment
in the lab.
 Handle liquids carefully to avoid spills.
 Ensure the pressure sensor is waterproof and correctly sealed.
 Clean up any spilled
Criterion C questions
A. Here is a data set for the investigation that students took, where the
fluids used are freshwater, saltwater, and cooking oil, and pressure
is measured at a depth of 10 cm. The density of each fluid is
provided, and the pressure readings are recorded for three trials.
1. State the quantities you will plot on x-axis and y-axis.

 X-axis: Density of the fluid (g/cm³)
 Y-axis: Average Pressure (Pa)
2. Evaluate the hypothesis formulated for the investigation above.

The hypothesis stated that if the density of a fluid decreases
from 1 gcm-3 to 0.92 gcm-3, the pressure at a fixed depth will
also decreases from 985 pa to 906.3 pa respectively
3. Suggest any source of error or limitations in your investigation.

 Inconsistency in depth measurements: The depth may not have been precisely
maintained at 10 cm across all trials.
 Temperature variations: Changes in temperature could affect fluid density
slightly, introducing variability.
 Equipment calibration: Errors in the manometer or pressure measurement
device could affect readings.
4. Suggest atleast two ways you could improve the accuracy or

reliability of the investigation if it were repeated.
 Use precise measurement tools: Ensure accurate depth and pressure
measurements by using calibrated instruments with minimal error margins.
 Control external variables: Conduct the experiment in a controlled
environment to maintain constant temperature and avoid fluid disturbances.
 Increase the number of trials: Perform more trials to reduce the impact of
anomalies and improve the reliability of the average values.
 Test additional fluids: Use more fluids with different densities to strengthen
the relationship and identify trends more conclusively.
B. Here’s a data set for an investigation of Charles’s Law, where the

temperature of a gas is varied, and the volume is measured while
keeping the pressure constant.
a. Based on your calculations, evaluate whether the data supports

Charles's Law. Explain your reasoning.
The data supports Charles's Law, as the V/T ratio remains
nearly constant, indicating a direct proportionality
between the temperature and volume of the gas under
constant pressure. Minor deviations might arise from
measurement inaccuracies or environmental factors
affecting the experiment.
Command Terms
State Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without

explanation or calculation.
Calcula Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in

te the working.
Explain Give a detailed account including reasons or causes
Find Obtain an answer showing relevant stages in the

working.]
Justify Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or

conclusion.

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Student’s Name: Subject Group: Science MYP Year: 3

2. Identify independent, dependent and control variables for the

Independent Variable: Density of the fluid (freshwater, saltwater, and oil).

3. Formulate a hypothesis for the investigation.

If the density of a fluid increases, the pressure at a fixed

4. Write down the procedure to conduct the investigation in the

1. State the quantities you will plot on x-axis and y-axis.

2. Evaluate the hypothesis formulated for the investigation above.

3. Suggest any source of error or limitations in your investigation.

4. Suggest atleast two ways you could improve the accuracy or

B. Here’s a data set for an investigation of Charles’s Law, where the

a. Based on your calculations, evaluate whether the data supports

State Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without

Calcula Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in

Explain Give a detailed account including reasons or causes

Find Obtain an answer showing relevant stages in the

Justify Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or

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