A spring stretches 10.0 cm when a mass of 700g is hung from it. Now this mass is replaced by an an object with mass 550 g on the same spring. It is placed on a horizontal frictionless table, pulled 12.5 cm away from its equilibrium position, and released. Write an equation which describes the position of this vibrating object as a function of time as it moves back and forth. Assume the object is at 12.5 cm at time t 0. Type the equation in the box below.
Simple harmonic motion
Simple harmonic motion is a type of periodic motion in which an object undergoes oscillatory motion. The restoring force exerted by the object exhibiting SHM is proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position. The force is directed towards the mean position. We see many examples of SHM around us, common ones are the motion of a pendulum, spring and vibration of strings in musical instruments, and so on.
Simple Pendulum
A simple pendulum comprises a heavy mass (called bob) attached to one end of the weightless and flexible string.
Oscillation
In Physics, oscillation means a repetitive motion that happens in a variation with respect to time. There is usually a central value, where the object would be at rest. Additionally, there are two or more positions between which the repetitive motion takes place. In mathematics, oscillations can also be described as vibrations. The most common examples of oscillation that is seen in daily lives include the alternating current (AC) or the motion of a moving pendulum.
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