Oscillations and Their Applications

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Which one of the following examples is NOT an example of oscillation?

  • Beating of the human heart (correct)
  • Periodic swelling of Cepheid variable stars
  • Alternating current
  • Swinging pendulum

In which area of science do oscillations NOT occur?

  • Physics
  • Economics (correct)
  • Geology
  • Ecology

Which one of the following is an example of oscillation in geology?

  • Alternating current
  • Swinging pendulum
  • Vibration of strings
  • Geothermal geysers (correct)

What phenomenon may be undesirable in process control and con?

<p>Oscillation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is precisely used to describe a mechanical oscillation?

<p>Vibration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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