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In this activity, students use authentic detector data to apply simple 1D kinematics (v=d/t), interpret graphical data, and evaluate measurement uncertainties.

The purpose of this activity is to come to a consensus for the “best” value for the mass of the Z Boson.

This activity is based on the data analysis used for World Wide Data Day,

This activity provides techniques for guiding students doing an independent research project.

Students use TOTEM data to determine if protons (quantum objects) obey classical conservation of momentum.

Students are physicists for a day at a university or lab where they work with physicists to learn how to analyze real particle physics data in the form of event displays.

Students examine data to find how energy, momentum, and mass are related.

Students use spreadsheet coding to determine the Z Mass for a large data set.

Students construct histograms, identify the best value to represent the data, and report the uncertainty in their answers. 

Students build basic histogram skills required in many of the other activities in the Data Activities Portfolio.