Practice Learning Experiences - 5 | Physics in Action: Technology and Society | IB 8 Physics
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Question 1 Easy

Name one physics principle used in smartphones.

💡 Hint: Think about how phones send signals.

Question 2 Easy

What is an ethical dilemma?

💡 Hint: It relates to decision-making about technology.

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Question 1

What principle do smartphones use for communication?

Electromagnetic waves
Acoustic waves
Mechanical waves

💡 Hint: What type of waves travel through the air for broadcasting signals?

Question 2

True or False: Ethical dilemmas only affect businesses in technology.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about who uses technology beyond businesses.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design an innovative cooling system for laptops that reduces energy consumption while maintaining performance. Explain how your design uses physics principles.

💡 Hint: Consider principles like conduction and thermoelectric effects.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the societal impacts of a shift towards renewable energy sources on local economies. Present arguments for and against.

💡 Hint: Think about both job creation vs. displacement in existing industries.

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