Lab Research Report 1: Procedures in the Physical Sciences

Due Week 3 and worth 150 points

Throughout history, research in the physical sciences has often been limited by our abilities of safely observing and 

studying the very phenomenon in question. As we make technological progress, we have increasingly more tools to 

expand our observational capabilities.

Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

Part 1: Procedures in the Physical Sciences: Challenges in Measurements

• Identify three (3) specific challenges to making direct measurements in the fields of astronomy, chemistry, 

physics, or earth science. Describe how scientists have utilized indirect forms of measure to overcome these 

challenges.

2. Choose two (2) of the most historically influential tools or techniques in the physical sciences. Explain how 

these techniques or tools work, and how they helped to advance our understanding of the physical sciences.

Part 2: Procedures in the Physical Sciences: A Survey of Safety

3. Choose one (1) hazard associated with research in the physical sciences. Discuss how protective gear or 

equipment might be used to mitigate the hazard, as well as its efficacy.

4. Describe the ways in which advancements in the physical sciences might impact the safety of the global 

community. Assess any special considerations for regulating this research. 

Part 3: Documentation

5. Use at least four (4) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do 

not qualify as quality resources. The body of the paper must have in-text citations that correspond to the 

references.

Your report must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; 

citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional 

instructions.

• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the 

course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment 

page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Apply concepts in physical sciences to evaluate current trends and issues in the modern world.

• Describe the characteristic values and procedures of the physical sciences.

• Use technology and information resources to research issues in physical sciences.

• Write clearly and concisely about physical sciences using proper writing mechanics.