C.1.2 - Energy in SHM
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Practice Questions
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What is the formula for kinetic energy in SHM?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of kinetic energy.
Define potential energy in the context of SHM.
💡 Hint: Consider the context of a spring system.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of energy is highest at the maximum displacement in SHM?
💡 Hint: Think about the position of the mass.
True or False: The total mechanical energy in SHM increases over time.
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is conserved throughout motion.
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Challenge Problems
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A mass-spring system oscillates with an amplitude of 0.3 m and a spring constant of 250 N/m. Calculate the total energy and its maximum kinetic energy if the mass is 1 kg.
💡 Hint: Use the amplitude in the total energy formula.
A simple pendulum has a length of 1 m. If it swings with an amplitude of 0.1 m, what is the maximum potential energy at the peak if the mass is 0.5 kg?
💡 Hint: Think about finding the effective height using a small angle.
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