C.1 - Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)
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Practice Questions
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Define Simple Harmonic Motion in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about periodic motion and forces involved.
What is the formula for the period of a simple pendulum?
💡 Hint: Consider what factors influence the pendulum's movement.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the equation for Simple Harmonic Motion?
💡 Hint: Look for the force that opposes displacement.
True or False: The total mechanical energy in SHM remains constant.
💡 Hint: Consider energy forms involved in oscillation.
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Challenge Problems
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An oscillating mass on a spring completes one full cycle every 3 seconds. If the spring constant is 20 N/m, what is the mass attached to the spring?
💡 Hint: Rearranging the period becomes crucial!
Describe how the kinetic energy of a pendulum changes when it moves from maximum displacement to equilibrium.
💡 Hint: Think about energy conservation principles.
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