Exploring Harmonic Motion and Waves (22 Do Now)

What is the formula for the period of a mass-spring system in simple harmonic motion?

In a simple pendulum, what factor does the period depend on?

• Mass of the bob

• Length of the string

• Amplitude of the swing

• Gravitational force

Which of the following is true about the energy in a mass-spring system?

• The total energy is constant and is the sum of kinetic and potential energy.

• The total energy is only kinetic energy.

• The total energy is only potential energy.

• The total energy increases over time.

What is the restoring force in a mass-spring system?

• Gravitational force

• Tension force

• Frictional force

• Spring force

For a simple pendulum, what is the formula for the period?

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What type of wave is created by simple harmonic motion?

• Transverse wave

• Longitudinal wave

• Mechanical wave

• Electromagnetic wave

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In a mass-spring system, what happens to the period if the mass is doubled?

• The period is halved.

• The period remains the same.

• The period doubles.

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What is the maximum potential energy in a mass-spring system?

Which of the following describes the motion of a simple pendulum?

• Circular motion

• Linear motion

• Oscillatory motion

• Random motion

What is the relationship between frequency and period in simple harmonic motion?

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