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What does the variable 'A' represent in the given simple harmonic motion equations?
What does the variable 'A' represent in the given simple harmonic motion equations?
- The angular frequency of the motion
- The amplitude of the oscillation (correct)
- The instantaneous displacement of the object
- The phase constant of the motion
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between kinetic energy (KE) and potential energy (PE) in simple harmonic motion?
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between kinetic energy (KE) and potential energy (PE) in simple harmonic motion?
- When KE is at its maximum, PE is also at its maximum.
- When KE is at its maximum, PE is at its minimum. (correct)
- KE and PE always remain constant.
- When KE is at its minimum, PE is also at its minimum.
Based on the given equations, how does the potential energy (PE) vary with time?
Based on the given equations, how does the potential energy (PE) vary with time?
- PE varies proportionally to the sine squared of time. (correct)
- PE varies proportionally to the cosine squared of time.
- PE is constant and does not vary with time.
- PE varies inversely with time.
If the angular frequency ($\omega$) of a simple harmonic oscillator increases, what happens to its maximum kinetic energy (KE)?
If the angular frequency ($\omega$) of a simple harmonic oscillator increases, what happens to its maximum kinetic energy (KE)?
What does the phase constant ($\phi$) in the SHM equations represent?
What does the phase constant ($\phi$) in the SHM equations represent?
Flashcards
Kinetic Energy (KE)
Kinetic Energy (KE)
Energy due to motion, calculated by KE = (1/2) m A w² cos²(ωt + φ).
Potential Energy (PE)
Potential Energy (PE)
Stored energy in the system, calculated as PE = (1/2) k x² or PE = (1/2) m A² w² sin²(ωt + φ).
Total Mechanical Energy (ME)
Total Mechanical Energy (ME)
The total energy in SHM, constant and the sum of KE and PE.
Variables in SHM
Variables in SHM
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Energy Transformation in SHM
Energy Transformation in SHM
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