Simple Harmonic Motion

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What is Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)?

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A type of periodic motion where an object moves back and forth around an equilibrium position, with a restoring force proportional to the displacement from that position.

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What is the formula for the period (T) of a simple pendulum?

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T = 2π√(L/g), where L is the length of the pendulum and g is the acceleration due to gravity.

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Define amplitude in the context of SHM.

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Maximum displacement from the equilibrium position.

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What is the relationship between frequency (f) and period (T)?

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f = 1/T, where f is the frequency and T is the period.

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What is the unit of frequency?

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Hertz (Hz), which is equivalent to cycles per second.

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What is the restoring force in SHM?

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The force that acts to bring the object back to its equilibrium position, proportional to the displacement.

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What is the significance of the phase constant in SHM?

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It determines the initial position and direction of motion of the oscillating object.

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How does mass affect the period of a simple pendulum?

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The period of a simple pendulum is independent of its mass.

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What is the formula for the maximum speed (v_max) of an object in SHM?

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v_max = Aω, where A is the amplitude and ω is the angular frequency.

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Define angular frequency (ω) in SHM.

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ω = 2πf, where f is the frequency of the motion.