Simple Harmonic Motion Quiz
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What does the term 'frequency' refer to in simple harmonic motion?

  • The period of oscillation
  • The amplitude of oscillation
  • The number of oscillations completed per unit time (correct)
  • The net force acting on the body

    • In simple harmonic motion, the net force acting on a mass at its equilibrium position is non-zero.

    False (B)

    What is the symbol used to denote frequency in simple harmonic motion?

    f or n

    The body at equilibrium position experiences a net force of _____ .

    <p>zero</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms related to simple harmonic motion:

    <p>Frequency = The number of oscillations per unit time Equilibrium Position = The point where net force is zero Amplitude = The maximum displacement from the equilibrium position Mass = The amount of matter in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter 'f' represent in simple harmonic motion?

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

    The net force on the mass in an equilibrium position is zero.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a spring in linear simple harmonic motion?

    <p>To exert a restoring force on the mass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In simple harmonic motion, displacement from the equilibrium position is denoted by the variable _____ .

    <p>x</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Frequency = The number of oscillations per unit time Equilibrium Position = The state where net force is zero Restoring Force = The force acting to return the mass to equilibrium Displacement = The distance moved from the equilibrium position</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Frequency in SHM

    The number of oscillations completed per unit time.

    Equilibrium position

    The position where the net force on a body is zero.

    Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)

    A type of periodic motion where the restoring force is directly proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position.

    Oscillation

    A back-and-forth motion.

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    Restoring force

    The force that tries to return the body to its equilibrium position.

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    What is linear SHM?

    Linear Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) involves a mass attached to a spring that oscillates back and forth. The force acting on the mass is directly proportional to its displacement from the equilibrium position, always directed towards the equilibrium.

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    What is the relationship between displacement and force in SHM?

    In simple harmonic motion, the restoring force is directly proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position. This means the farther the mass is pulled away, the stronger the force pulling it back.

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    Spring Constant

    The spring constant (k) is a measure of how stiff a spring is. A higher spring constant means a stiffer spring, requiring more force to stretch or compress it.

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    How does the spring constant affect frequency?

    The frequency of oscillations is directly proportional to the square root of the spring constant. A stiffer spring (higher k) will oscillate faster.

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