Veer Raxwal
To start it off, I was in the physics team for the group four project. Our united goal was to build an efficient greenhouse, but specifically physics has the task of finding the most effective material and the sensors that’ll be used in the greenhouse. Our group consisted of eight people, so we divided the tasks into several subsections and everyone had a certain assignment to accomplish. First and foremost, we had four sensors that needed to be researched on, these included temperature, acidity, moisture and humidity sensors. So we ended up assigning four team members to explore four sensors. Secondly, we assigned two team members to research on materials that could possibly be used in the greenhouse, this included polycarbonate and polyethylene. Lastly, we assigned two team members to conduct an experiment on polycarbonate and polyethylene to measure their effectiveness and durability. Furthermore, we also investigated different methods to maintain heat in the greenhouse and ended up using base cladding and thermal screens. Base cladding maintains the heat in the greenhouse by using a insulating material on the base of the greenhouse. Moreover, thermal screens maintain heat by deploying a screen that traps heat at night. We conducted the experiment by producing a ultraviolet ray on two sheets of polycarbonate and polyethylene. We then measured the effectiveness of each sheet in letting constructive light pass through. From the experiment, we were able to conclude polyethylene was the better material to use. Furthermore, after everyone completed their research on each particular temperature, humidity, acidity and moisture sensor, we collated all the data and tested the effectiveness of each sensor and the purpose behind them. For example, for the moisture sensor, we tested it in different soils to see what would be the ideal moisture for the soil. Moreover, we figured out the location for each sensor in the greenhouse. For instance, for the temperature sensor, we figured out that the sensor must be placed in a aerated area and center of the greenhouse at the same height as the crops to provide a accurate reading. Lastly, some team members researched on the chemical and physical properties of polycarbonate and polyethylene to get a more thorough view on each material. After we finished all our research, it was time to know figure out how to present our information. After a discussion with the group, we agreed upon to do a rap song representing our research. I took upon the task of writing the rap song. To do this, first I listed off the topics and keywords that needed to be in the rap song. This included polycarbonate, polyethylene, humidity, moisture, acidity, temperature, greenhouse and physics. Then I started writing the rap song by matching end rhymes as well as matching the syllables in each line. When that was done with, we started working on our display. For this, we cut out several pictures demonstrating the members doing experiments as well as the data from the experiments. Additionally, we included background research on each of the four sensors on the display. Overall, the group four project was a good learning experience. It provided a medium for me to use the physics I have learned in class and implement it into a real life scenario, which was the greenhouse. Moreover, the group four project gave me valuable experience with working in a team. As it taught me how to effectively communicate with my team members as well learn to work with another individual. It also provided a collaborative space to work with other subject areas. For example, the physics group had to interact with the Economics group for costs and the Design & Technology team to see what materials we should use. Lastly, I enjoyed the group four project because it provided a break from regular studying in a creative and useful manner.
To start it off, I was in the physics team for the group four project. Our united goal was to build an efficient greenhouse, but specifically physics has the task of finding the most effective material and the sensors that’ll be used in the greenhouse. Our group consisted of eight people, so we divided the tasks into several subsections and everyone had a certain assignment to accomplish. First and foremost, we had four sensors that needed to be researched on, these included temperature, acidity, moisture and humidity sensors. So we ended up assigning four team members to explore four sensors. Secondly, we assigned two team members to research on materials that could possibly be used in the greenhouse, this included polycarbonate and polyethylene. Lastly, we assigned two team members to conduct an experiment on polycarbonate and polyethylene to measure their effectiveness and durability. Furthermore, we also investigated different methods to maintain heat in the greenhouse and ended up using base cladding and thermal screens. Base cladding maintains the heat in the greenhouse by using a insulating material on the base of the greenhouse. Moreover, thermal screens maintain heat by deploying a screen that traps heat at night. We conducted the experiment by producing a ultraviolet ray on two sheets of polycarbonate and polyethylene. We then measured the effectiveness of each sheet in letting constructive light pass through. From the experiment, we were able to conclude polyethylene was the better material to use. Furthermore, after everyone completed their research on each particular temperature, humidity, acidity and moisture sensor, we collated all the data and tested the effectiveness of each sensor and the purpose behind them. For example, for the moisture sensor, we tested it in different soils to see what would be the ideal moisture for the soil. Moreover, we figured out the location for each sensor in the greenhouse. For instance, for the temperature sensor, we figured out that the sensor must be placed in a aerated area and center of the greenhouse at the same height as the crops to provide a accurate reading. Lastly, some team members researched on the chemical and physical properties of polycarbonate and polyethylene to get a more thorough view on each material. After we finished all our research, it was time to know figure out how to present our information. After a discussion with the group, we agreed upon to do a rap song representing our research. I took upon the task of writing the rap song. To do this, first I listed off the topics and keywords that needed to be in the rap song. This included polycarbonate, polyethylene, humidity, moisture, acidity, temperature, greenhouse and physics. Then I started writing the rap song by matching end rhymes as well as matching the syllables in each line. When that was done with, we started working on our display. For this, we cut out several pictures demonstrating the members doing experiments as well as the data from the experiments. Additionally, we included background research on each of the four sensors on the display. Overall, the group four project was a good learning experience. It provided a medium for me to use the physics I have learned in class and implement it into a real life scenario, which was the greenhouse. Moreover, the group four project gave me valuable experience with working in a team. As it taught me how to effectively communicate with my team members as well learn to work with another individual. It also provided a collaborative space to work with other subject areas. For example, the physics group had to interact with the Economics group for costs and the Design & Technology team to see what materials we should use. Lastly, I enjoyed the group four project because it provided a break from regular studying in a creative and useful manner.
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