Simple Harmonic Motion and Forced Oscillations Quiz

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What is the defining characteristic of a system in simple harmonic motion (SHM)?

The restoring force is proportional to the negative of the displacement

What is another name for a system that exhibits simple harmonic motion?

Simple harmonic oscillator

What type of circuit is involved in forced oscillations in the context of electrical oscillation?

LCR circuit

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Simple harmonic motion (SHM) = A vibrating system where the restoring force is proportional to the negative of the displacement Forced oscillations = Oscillations that occur when a periodic force is applied to a system Electrical oscillation = The behavior of an electrical system that exhibits oscillatory behavior LCR circuit = A circuit that contains inductance, capacitance, and resistance and can exhibit oscillatory behavior Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their examples:

Simple harmonic motion (SHM) = Pendulum swinging back and forth Forced oscillations = Vibrations caused by a periodic force applied to a system Electrical oscillation = Behavior of an electrical circuit in response to a changing voltage or current LCR circuit = An electrical circuit containing inductors, capacitors, and resistors that exhibits oscillatory behavior Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their related concepts:

Simple harmonic motion (SHM) = Restoring force proportional to negative displacement Forced oscillations = Application of periodic force to induce vibrations Electrical oscillation = Oscillatory behavior in electrical systems LCR circuit = Circuit with inductance, capacitance, and resistance exhibiting oscillations Signup and view all the answers