To collect data during an experiment about the transfer of kinetic energy in a sample of water in ice, the student can use several tools and instruments, depending on the specific aspects of the experiment she wants to focus on. Here are some useful tools:
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Thermometer: To measure the temperature of the ice and water throughout the experiment. This will help in understanding the thermal energy transfer.
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Calorimeter: A device used to measure the heat transfer associated with chemical reactions or physical changes, as well as heat capacity. This could help her measure the energy transfer between the ice and water.
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Pressure Sensor: If the experiment involves monitoring phase changes and the effects of pressure on the state of water and ice.
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Data Logger: A device that records data over time, which can be useful for capturing temperature changes at regular intervals.
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Stopwatch: To measure the time intervals involved in the experiment, which is important for understanding the transfer of kinetic energy over time.
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Scale: To measure the mass of the ice and water which can help in calculating energy changes.
Depending on the details of her experiment, she might also consider using:
- High-speed camera: If she wants to analyze motion visually and study how kinetic energy is transferred between the molecules in water and ice.
In summary, a combination of a thermometer, calorimeter, and possibly a data logger would be the most appropriate tools for studying the transfer of kinetic energy in her experiment.