1.2 - Equation of SHM
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Practice Questions
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Define Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM).
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between force and displacement.
What is the formula for angular frequency?
💡 Hint: How is angular frequency related to mass and spring constant?
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What does SHM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think of rhythmic motions like swinging or vibrating.
Does the angular frequency (ω) depend on mass (m)?
💡 Hint: Check how the formula connects k and m.
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Consider a mass of 1.5 kg connected to a spring with a constant of 20 N/m. Find the angular frequency and the conditions for SHM.
💡 Hint: Use the angular frequency formula.
If you have an oscillator with an amplitude of 0.2 m, calculate the maximum potential energy when it's displaced from the mean position.
💡 Hint: Remember the formula for potential energy in SHM.
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