Concept explainers
(a)
Period of oscillation according to observers on the ship.
(a)
Answer to Problem 73GP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Mass is
Value of constant
Formula used:
It is known that,
Where,
Calculation:
Because the spring is at rest on the spaceship, its period is
(b)
Period of oscillation according to observers on Earth.
(b)
Answer to Problem 73GP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Speed is
Period of oscillation according to observers on the ship
Formula used:
It is known that,
Where,
Calculation:
The oscillating mass is a clock.
According to observers on Earth, clocks on the spacecraft run slow:
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