PHYSICS SPH3U PROJECT TOPICS

NUCLEAR FUSION AND ENERGY PRODUCTION:

Group Members: Charaf Makhlouf; El Haddad Hossam; Mariam Shadid; Sofia Izri
Ø Theoretical Framework:
1. Review existing theoretical models for nuclear fusion reactions and plasma confinement.
2. Explore mathematical formulations describing conditions required for sustained nuclear
fusion reactions.
3. Investigate theoretical approaches to overcoming challenges like temperature and
pressure control.
Ø Comparative Analysis:
1. Compare theoretical energy production, waste generation, and safety aspects of nuclear
fusion with traditional fission reactors.
2. Analyse theoretical efficiency and potential scalability of nuclear fusion for power
generation.
3. Examine theoretical projections for future advancements in fusion technology.

HOOKE'S LAW AND ELASTIC POTENTIAL ENERGY:

Group Members: Ayman Elfalghoum; Dina Rhorchi; Yasin Mabrouki; Sara Raihani
Ø Mathematical Formulations:
1. Explore mathematical expressions of Hooke's Law and elastic potential energy.
2. Theorize on the relationship between force, displacement, and the spring constant.
Ø Material Behaviour:
1. Theorize how different materials exhibit elasticity and the theoretical limits of Hooke's
Law.
2. Explore theoretical scenarios where materials deviate from linear behaviour.
Ø Applications:
1. Theorize applications of Hooke's Law and elastic potential energy in various engineering
fields.
2. Analyse theoretical considerations for material selection in designs involving elastic
deformation.

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 ELECTRIC VEHICLES VS. CONVENTIONAL VEHICLES:
Group Members: Amber Yacoubi; Aya Metalsi; El Bakdidi Adam; Mohammed Azaabel
Ø Energy Conversion Theories:
1. Investigate theoretical principles behind energy conversion in internal combustion
engines and electric motors.
2. Theorize on the efficiency of energy transfer from fuel to motion in both vehicle types.
Ø Environmental Impact Analysis:
1. Theorize about the life cycle environmental impacts of manufacturing, usage, and
disposal for both types of vehicles.
2. Explore theoretical projections for the long-term environmental benefits of electric
vehicles.

RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES:

Group Members: Dina Zoubi; Hiba Taha; Jad Abdeddaim; Rathore Martard; Sarah
Mendil
Ø Efficiency Models:
1. Theorize models representing the efficiency of solar panels, wind turbines, and
hydroelectric power systems.
2. Explore theoretical considerations for improving the efficiency of each renewable energy
source.
Ø Environmental Sustainability:
1. Theorize on the environmental impact and sustainability of renewable energy
technologies.
2. Investigate theoretical strategies for minimizing the ecological footprint of renewable
energy systems.

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