Frequency vs. Period in Simple Harmonic Motion

The video tutorial covers the concepts of period and frequency in simple harmonic motion. It begins with a greeting and introduction, followed by a detailed explanation of the period, its symbol, and its Latin origin. The inverse relationship between frequency and period is discussed, including the definition of Hertz. Examples using a mass spring system and a pendulum illustrate how to calculate frequency and period. The session concludes with a reminder of the equivalence of cycles per second and Hertz.

What is the symbol used for the period in simple harmonic motion?

• Hz

• F

• T

• P

How are period and frequency related in simple harmonic motion?

• They are inverses of each other

• They are directly proportional

• They are unrelated

• They are the same

If a mass-spring system has a period of 0.77 seconds, what is its frequency?

• 1.0 Hz

• 0.77 Hz

• 0.5 Hz

• 1.3 Hz

How can you better visualize 1.3 cycles in one second?

• By observing 1.3 cycles in 10 seconds

• By observing 6.5 cycles in 5 seconds

• By observing 2.6 cycles in 2 seconds

• By observing 3.9 cycles in 3 seconds

What is the frequency of a pendulum that completes 15 cycles in 11 seconds?

• 1.4 Hz

• 1.0 Hz

• 1.5 Hz

• 1.36 Hz