Physics Lab 1 – 222

PHYS 222 // Fall 2020

Chapters covered from: Taylor, John R. An Introduction to Error Analysis: The Study of Uncertainties in Physical Measurements. Mill Valley, Calif: University Science Books, 1982. Print.

  • Estimations of Error
  • How to Report and Use Uncertainty
  • Propagation of Uncertainties
  • Statistical Analysis of Random Uncertainties
  • Rejection of Data
  • Weighted Average
  • Least Square Fitting

Lab Notebook Grades:

  1. Momentum & Collisions: 78%
  2. Density and Buoyancy: 72%
  3. Inclined Plane: 79%
  4. Specific Heat Capacity: 82%
  5. Centripetal Force: 79%
  6. Moment of Inertia: 86%
  7. Ballistics Pendulum: 94%
  8. Conservation of Energy and Momentum: 92%
  9. Spring Constant: 100%
  10. Final Exam: 93%
  11. Poster Presentation: 90.25%