Physics Days 2013 (Souvenir Program)

February 19 – 20, 2013

(Tuesday and Wednesday)

Mabini Campus, PUP

Sta. Mesa, Manila

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

College of Science

Department of Physical Sciences

_______________________________________ This serves as an invitation

About Us

To help the nation especially the science and technology sector in promoting good and well-trained Filipino scientists and technologists.

To help the University develop a good and responsible, creative and innovative citizenry.

To promote awareness and to boost the morale of all students of Bachelor of Science in Physics and the whole studentry.

Our Vision

The PUP Physics society is a caring and functional organization which transforms knowledge into actualities, nurtures intelligence with values and radiates wisdom in discovering new horizon.

Our Mission

The PUP Physics society (Physoc), established in 1998 is an academic organization composed of BS Physics students and alumni, Physics Faculty, and enthusiasts. The society has been awarded as one of the Ten Outstanding Organization of the PUP System. Physoc is a member of the Samahang Mag-aaral sa Pagpapaunlad ng Pisika (SMPP), a national physics organization.

About Us


College of Science


Message

Congratulations Physoc on your 14th Anniversary!

You achieved your theme for this school year 2012-2013,

“D.A.R.E.S. to Progress” which is proven by the winnings of your

members in the Philippine Astronomical Society Astro-Quiz 2013

and Quizzardry, research presentations in national physics

conferences, extension services to various high schools, and

lecture series and seminars which manifest strong bond and

support between the society and alumni.

Indeed, even you are a small group, you always aim high, and

as usual hit the set goal. Continue the habit of being on top and

soar high.

God bless!

DR. EVELYN M. MATCHETE

Chairperson


College of Science


Physics Society

Message

Once again, we celebrate Physics Days. The celebration aims to

strengthen the bond among the BS Physics students, alumni, physics

faculty members, university and college officials, and stakeholders.

This year’s theme, “D.A.R.E.S. to progress” was chosen because

it highlights the society’s trust on achieving and sustaining culture of

excellence in academics, research and extension services while

promoting development among its members. It is our fervent hope that

the two-day activities would foster camaraderie through the prepared

special events such as fellowship, Physikalan and talent contest and

better understanding on fundamental physics through Physics

Olympics, exhibit, and film showing. An addition to this year’s events

is the Physics Booth which includes Research Booth, Optical Illusion

Booth and Photo Booth.

May we all have a successful celebration!

MR. REYNOLD V. LUNA

Adviser


College of Science


Physics Society

Message

Good day PUP Physics Society!

It has been a year since we had celebrated the Physics Days

2012. The time seems to proceed fast and we are now here,

celebrating the Physics Days for this year 2013. With that, I welcome

you to Physics Days 2013.

The Physics days last year was celebrated for 3 days. Now

we will hold this celebration for 2 days. The main reason is the

disruption of the classes because of the renovation of the rooms in 6th

floor of our university. Though that is our case, all of us must still be

glad and excited because we can still celebrate physics days.

Furthermore, with our being active, energetic and humorous, we can

make Physics days happy, successful and meaningful just like the

previous ones.

With that, I encourage the members of the society to participate

in the Physics days activities. Let us make this event great, significant

and victorious. Thank you very much. Mabuhay tayong lahat!

Welcome to the Physics days 2013! More power and have a greater

momentum!

MR. JOHN PAUL A. BESAGAS

President

Physics Days 2013 Tuesday February 19, 2012

MORNING ACTIVITIES

PART I ASSEMBLY

6th Floor South Wing

7:30 AM Parade of Houses Dr. Theresita V. Atienza, Dr. Evelyn M. Matchete, Dr. Edgardo A. Latoza, Dr. Liwayway M. Velasquez, Dr. Romeo G. Castro, DPS Faculty members, BS Physics students, and BS Physics alumni with PUP Laboratory High School Lyre and Band

PART II YOUTH SERVICE Interfaith Chapel

8:00 AM Arrival

Call to Worship Mr. Christian Anjo Ringor

Praise and Worship Praise Team

Message Bro. Xavier Babista PUP LifeBox

Offerings Karen Penetrante, Joy Mina, Riza Pascua

Announcements Mr. Christian Anjo Ringor

Closing Prayer Bro. Xavier Babista PUP LifeBox

Closing Song Praise Team

Message from the Chairperson Dr. Evelyn M. Matchete DPS Chairperson


MORNING ACTIVITIES

PART III FELLOWSHIP

Rm E611

10:00 AM

Singing of National Anthem Ms. Christine Protacio

Opening Remarks Mr. John Paul A. Besagas Physoc President

Introduction to Keynote Speaker Ms. Debinya B. Buenafe Physoc Vice President

Keynote Address Dr. Theresita V. Atienza CS Dean

Message from the Faculty Dr. Romeo G. Castro Laboratory Head, CEA

Message from the Physics Adviser Mr. Reynold V. Luna Physoc Adviser

Introduction of Junior Officers Mr. John Paul A. Besagas Physoc President

Message from Junior President Mr. Yves M. Dones Physoc Junior President

Lunch Break

Intermission numbers Physics Students

Mr. Mark Danielle V. Carniño and Ms. Steffie Nicole Pantua

Masters of Ceremonies


AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

PART IV PHYSICS OLYMPICS PUP Main Bldg and Oval

1:00 PM Egg Drop Mr. Yves M. Dones

1:30 PM Paper Tower Mr. Mark Anthony Burgonio

2:00 PM Egg Transport Ms. Christine Ann G. Faraon

2:30 PM Pasta Bridge Ms. Alyssa M. Valerio

3:00 PM Large Barge Mr. Danielle V. Cardiño

3:30 PM Paper Airplane Mr. Bee Jay R. Reynera

4:00 PM Kite Flying Mr. Ramon Gonzales

4:30 PM Kadang-kadang Mr. Aldrene F. Bustillos

Ms. Loida Ann T. Dagami Olympic Chairperson

PART V PHYSIKALAN (Concurrent with Part IV)

PUP Oval

1:00 PM Agawan Base Ms. Elizabeth P. Perez

2:00 PM Patintero Ms. Kimberly N. Mendoza

3:00 PM Dodge Ball Ms. Genalyn Joy Mina

4:00 PM Dragon Heads and Tails Ms. Catherine B. Tugado

Mr. Chrsitian Anjo C. Ringor Physikalan Chairperson

Physics Days 2013 Wednesday February 20, 2012

MORNING ACTIVITIES

PART I PHYSICS EXHIBIT

Rm E611

8:00 AM Opening of Exhibits Dr. Theresita V. Atienza Assisted by Dr. Evelyn M. Matchete and Mr. Reynold V. Luna

Classical Mechanics Mr. Floro Junior Roque

Fluid Mechanics Mr. Nephi Casa

Thermodynamics Ms. Steffie S. Pantua

Electromagnetic Theory Mr. Jonathan Guste

Optics Mr. Aldrin Bendal

Modern Physics Mr. Dharell Balonzo

Mr. Christian C. Ringor Exhibit Head Facilitator

PART II PHYSICS BOOTH E609 and 6th Floor (odd) East wing Corridor

8:00 AM Research Booth Mr. Jocel B. Bartolay

Optical Illusion Booth Mr. Cyrus J. Ayala

Photo Booth Mr. Redentor Natividad

Ms. Elizabeth B. Perez Booth Registrar

Physics Days 2013 Wednesday February 20, 2012

AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

PART III FILM SHOWING

Rm E609

1:00 PM 100 Greatest Physics Discoveries Ms. Elizabeth B. Perez Movie Facilitator

PART IV PHYSICS GOT TALENT: Year 2 Amphitheater

3:00 PM Invocation

Philippine National Anthem Ms. Jonah Oyad

Opening Remarks Mr. Reynold V. Luna Physoc Adviser

Introduction of Judges Ms. Debinya B. Buenafe Physoc Vice President

Criteria for Judging

CONTEST PROPER

PART V CULMINATING ACTIVITY Amphitheater

5:00 PM Physics Olympics Awarding Ms. Loida Ann Dagami

Physikalan Awarding Ms. Debinya B. Buenafe

Best Physic Exhibit Mr. Christian Anjo Ringor

Most Talented Physicist 2013 Ms. Michelle Anne Gala

Closing Remarks Mr. John Paul A. Besagas

Mr. Mark Anthony Burgonio and Ms. Alyssa Valerio Hosts

Pre-Physics Days Activities

Environmental Physics Lecture Series January 21 and 30, 2013 Manila Room, Hasmin Hostel, PUP, Sta. Mesa, Manila

Lecture 1:

Lecture 2:

Lecture 3:

Lecture 4:

Lecture 5:

Lecture 6:

AstroCamp 2013 February 13-14, 2013 PAGASA Astronomical Observatory UP, Diliman, Quezon City

Physics Days 2013 Physics Olympics

Paper Tower (E609)

OBJECTIVE: To construct a free-standing tower of maximum height using a single sheet of

bond paper (long size).

MATERIALS: Ruler and pair of scissors or blade (provided by the students)

TEAM: 2 members each group

RULES:

1. Each team will be given one sheet of paper and 2 small rolls of tape at the start of the

contest. Only one entry will be allowed for judging. Each team should have only one

entry.

2. The sheet of paper may be cut into pieces and reassembled as desired. Parts may

be rolled, folded, or slit.

3. Tapes may be used to fasten the parts of the tower together. It may not be used to

attach the tower to the floor or any other object.

4. No other glues or tapes may be used. The paper may not be soaked, painted or

chemically treated to add rigidity.

5. A tower shall be declared free-standing if it remains self-supporting until measurements

on all entries are finished. Towers that fall down before this time shall be

disqualified.

6. Height is determined by measuring the perpendicular distance from the highest point of

the tower to the floor.

7. The three tallest towers will be declared First, Second and Third Place Winners,

respectively.


Pasta Bridge (E609)

OBJECTIVE: The objective of the game is to build a bridge out of pasta that can support

heaviest load.

TEAM: Maximum of two (2) members

APPARATUS: Construction and materials of the bridge are as follows:

1. The bridge shall be constructed by the team before the contest.

2. Pasta and glue are the only materials to be used.

3. Only glue stick will be used in tying or fastening the pasta noodles sticks of the

bridge.

4. The bridge shall allow a 10 cm cube to slide underneath perpendicular to the bridge’s

length without touching the bridge.

5. The bridge shall allow a 40 cm wide by 2 cm high board to slide underneath

perpendicular to the bridge’s length without touching the bridge.

6. The bridge must be free-standing.

7. The bridge shall provide a smooth and level surface across which a small car of the

“Matchbox” variety may roll given a single push of the hand. The road surface (level

surface) shall have a minimum length of 20 cm.

8. The bridge shall contain no element wider than 5 mm x 5 mm pasta. Two or more

single pieces, each separately qualifying, may be attached by the student without

violating this requirement.

9. The bridge design shall allow masses (“weights”) to be hung at the center of the

bridge. For this purpose, a rope should be used. It should be placed over the level

surface, at the center of the bridge, and should be formed into a closed loop such that a

weight hanger can be hung at the lower portion of the loop. Weights can then be placed

on the weight hanger.

10. Only one bridge may be entered per team. All entries must be submitted during

registration.

11. Any bridge not meeting the above restrictions will be automatically disqualified.

12. Once the bridge is checked in, no further work on it will be allowed or permitted.

TESTING:

1. The bridge shall be placed upon the ends of two level table surfaces approximately 35

cm apart.

2. A weight hanger shall be suspended from the lower portion of the loop of a roop placed

over the level surface at the center of the bridge. Standard weights should be slowly

added until an audible cracking sound, or any sign indicating the failure of some

structural member or joint of the bridge, is noted.

3. The maximum load supported by the bridge before cracking divided by the mass of the

bridge will determine the winners accordingly.


Large Barge (E611)

OBJECTIVE: The main goal of the game is to construct a barge that can support the greatest

load without sinking.

TEAM: Composed of 2 members

MATERIALS: Aluminum foil, water, basin

RULES:

1. Each team will be given a piece of aluminum foil not more than 30 cm in length.

2. Each team will construct within 15 minutes a barge out of the given material without

using tape, glue, staples or any other material.

3. The barge must be loaded while floating on a basin of water.

4. Only dry loads should be used. If any water leaks into the barge during the loading

process, the barge will be considered sinking. Thus damp or wet cargo must be

unloaded, the barge dried and reloaded. Only two reloading will be allowed.

5. Each team will be allowed one repair of its construction after thorough drying.

6. The barge that supports the heaviest dry load will be considered the winner and others

judged accordingly.

7. Loads will consist of standard weights. The dry load just before the barge sinks will be

the one recorded. If the load gets wet, the test must be repeated. Only 2 repetitions

will be allowed. Consistently wet cargo will be a cause for disqualification.

Kite Flying (PUP Oval)

OBJECTIVE: To be able to create a kite that could reach the highest point I

TEAM: 3 members

MATERIALS: Home-made Kite

RULES:

1. The members of the team must construct the kite prior to the contest.

2. The size of the kite depends on the members. The string that will be used is a twisted

nylon. Threads are not allowed to be used.

3. One player will hold the string and the other one will hold the kite. The person who

holds the kite will run as fast as he could and let the kite fly up.

4. After half an hour or so, the facilitator will mark the string that was held by the member

and the member will drag the kite and the facilitator will measure the length of the

string used.

5. The team with the longest string is the winner.


Egg Transport (E611)

OBJECTIVE: To build a vehicle powered by a rubber band(s) or rubber strip(s), which can

carry an egg to the greatest horizontal distance.

TEAM : Maximum of two (2) members per team.

RULES :

1. The contestants are to design and construct their own “cart” or vehicle prior to the

contest. The cart or vehicle can be made of any inanimate material (commercial or

scratch-built) like an empty spool. This is to be checked in. No further work will be

allowed after checking in the device during registration.

2. The rubber band(s) or strip(s) as a source of energy must be a part of the

vehicle. Catapults or other launching devices external to the vehicle (or initially

connected or attached to an object/point external to the vehicle) are not allowed.

3. Up to 6 rubber bands or strips may be used. A strip formed into a loop will be counted

as two strips. The width of the band/strip should not exceed 5 mm.

4. The maximum mass of the vehicle or device should not exceed 100 grams.

5. The egg may be rolled or carried by the vehicle.

6. The egg should remain unbroken or undamaged during the roll or transport.

7. A starting line will be marked on the floor.

8. The vehicle must move on a lane 50 cm wide. If the vehicle strikes the boundary side

or line in the course of the roll/transport, that point will be marked as the end of the

roll.

9. If the egg separates from the vehicle, the point at which the egg separates will be

marked as the end of the roll/transport.

10. Winners will be determined on the basis of horizontal distance moved (perpendicular to

the starting line) during the roll/transport.

11. Each team will be allowed two trials, with the greater distance retained for purposes

of the competition.

Kadang-Kadang (PUP Oval)

OBJECTIVE: To complete the relay at the shortest possible time

TEAM: consists of 3 members

RULES:

1. The members of the team must construct the bamboo slits prior to the contest.

2. The game will begin once the facilitators have given the command to do so.

3. The players will have to race back and forth by means of the pasta noodles stilts.

4. The player should tap the hand of the next player in line to indicate his/her completion

of his/her part.

5. The current player will hand the bamboo stilts for the next player to use.

6. In case the facilitators run out of bamboo stilts, the team could still finish the race,

provided that they will be using the finishers' (or the first team to finish) bamboo stilts

to finish the remainder of the relay.

7. Questions will only be entertained before the start of the relay.


Egg Drop (Main Bldg.)

OBJECTIVE: To provide a container that will protect a raw egg when dropped from an

altitude to a hard surface like a concrete flooring.

TEAM: Maximum of two (2) members. At least one (1) team member must be assigned to

drop the container.

APPARATUS:

1. The members of the team must construct (at home, etc.) the container prior to the

contest.

2. Each container must meet the following specifications:

3. Body size - the container must fit inside a rectangular box 10 cm x 10 cm x 20 cm.

4. Parachute - 20 cm x 20 cm x 40 cm.

5. A variety of materials may be used: tooth picks (max. of 500g) paper, cardboard, foam

materials (like styrofoam), rubber bands, string, glue (max. of 200 g), etc.

6. At no time during the fall may any part of the container have any material exceed the

maximum dimensions as outlined above. This allows for parachutes and other wind

dragging elements, provided they remain within 20 x 20 x 40 cm3 dimensions throughout

the fall.

COMPETITION:

1. A medium size chicken egg will be supplied for each entry. Eggs will be furnished at the

physics olympics site. Contestants must be able to secure their eggs in the containers

within 10 minutes immediately prior to the drop.

2. The container will be dropped from successive heights until a breakage occurs. The

minimum height a container must survive is one meter.

3. Between drops, repairs may be made provided no additional material is added to the

container.

4. The mass of the entry container will be determined before the first drop.

SCORING:

In determining the winners, the following formula will be used:

Score = (100 x H) / M1.6

where H = greatest height in meters, attained without breaking.

M = mass, in grams, of the empty container.

The exponent places a high premium on economy of design.

1. The entry obtaining the highest score will get the 1st Place, and so on.

2. In the event that the eggs still remain unbroken at the maximum height available in the

area, the entries will be judged according to their masses. The lightest will be declared

winner and if a tie occurs, both will be declared winners. (Example: If there are two First

Placers, they will each get 20 points, but the next in rank will get only the points for the

Third Placer)


Paper Airplane (6th Floor South Wing)

Objective: This game aims to construct an airplane of largest range and longest time of

flight.

TEAM: Maximum of two (2) members per team.

A. The competition

1. Two separate rounds will be run, one for distance and one for time of flight. The same

plane must be used for each round. Each team will have only one airplane.

2. Regarding the construction of the paper airplane:

3. Each team will be given a piece of paper out of which the paper airplane is to be

constructed.

4. Each team should finish construction of the plane within 30 minutes after the start of

the contest.

5. In each case, the following rules and requirements pertain:

6. Preferably, competition will take place in an open air field or gymnasium where wind

velocity is negligible and insignificant and launches will be executed by the competitor

horizontally from a standing position, and at shoulder level.

7. Stepping beyond the assigned marker will be a fault.

8. A second fault will disqualify the contestant.

9. Each team will be allowed two launches in each round with the best score for the set

being retained for purposes of the competition.

10. Each team will compete in each part of the competition.

11. No practice flights will be allowed in the vicinity of the launching area during the

duration of the contest.

SCORING:

Distance Round

1. The plane should be launched horizontally at shoulder level.

2. Horizontal distance from the point in the ground directly below the launch point to the

position of first impact with the ground will be measured.

3. Impact with any object prior to hitting the ground will allow a repetition of a

launch.

4. The greatest distance achieved will be awarded 20 points with all other scores

scaled proportionately to distance achieved to the nearest tenth of a

point.

Physics Days 2013 Next Attraction

The film recounts thirteen important discoveries in physics,

including Galileo's law of falling bodies, Isaac Newton's laws of

motion, and Albert Einstein's theory of special relativity. Here are

the thirteen discoveries:

1. The Law of Falling Bodies (1604)

2. Universal Gravitation (1666)

3. Laws of Motion (1687)

4. The Second Law of Thermodynamics (1824 - 1850)

5. Electromagnetism (1807 - 1873)

6. Special Relativity (1905)

7. E = mc2 (1905)

8. The Quantum Leap (1900 - 1935)

9. The Nature of Light (1704 - 1905)

10. The Neutron (1935)

11. Superconductors (1911 - 1986)

12. Quarks (1962)

13. Nuclear Forces (1666 - 1957)

SPONSORS Thank You!

Greetings from:

Dr. Edgardo A. Latoza Assistant to the Vice-President for Student Services

SPONSORS Thank You!

Greetings from:

Ms. Annaliza M. Amo

Mr. Joseph A. De Mesa

Ms. Kate Ann R. Esguerra

Mr. Raymond C. Ordinario

Mr. Ron Louie G. Palacio

Mr. Hernanie T. Salazar, Jr. BS Physics Alumni

Center for Environmental Concerns – Philippines PUP CS – Student Council

Physics Society Officers

Executive Officers SY 2012-2013

Mr. John Paul A. Besagas

President

Ms. Debinya B. Buenafe

Vice President

Ms. Catherine B. Tugado

Secretary

Ms. Kimberly N. Mendoza

Finance Chairperson

Ms. Genalyn Joy D. Mina

Auditor

Mr. Christian Anjo C. Ringor

Research, Extension and Development

Chairperson

Mr. Jocel B. Bartolay

Academic Affairs Chairperson

Mr. Noel Jesus G. Oliver Jr.

Student Services Chairperson

Ms. Elizabeth B. Perez

Internal Publicity and Communication

Chairperson

Ms. Michelle Anne D. Gala

External Publicity and

Communication Chairperson

Junior Officers SY 2012-2013

Mr. Yves M. Dones

President

Mr. Mark Anthony C. Burgonio

Vice President

Ms. Christine Ann G. Faraon

Secretary

Ms. Alyssa V. Valerio

Finance Chairperson

Mr. Bee Jay R. Reynera

Auditor

Mr. Aldrene F. Bustillos

Research, Extension and Development

Chairperson

Mr. Bryan D. San Diego

Academic Affairs Chairperson

Mr. Ramon Ruperto Gonzales

Student Services Chairperson

Ms. Loida Ann T. Dagami

Internal Publicity and Communication

Chairperson

Mr. Mark Danielle V. Cardiño

External Publicity and

Communication Chairperson

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