Waves-Unit 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the study of periodic motion/oscillation?
A
it is a repeating cycle due to a restoring force that keeps ‘overshooting’ equilibrium
2
Q
What is SMH?
A
When the restoring force is proportional to the displacement from equilibrium
3
Q
What is an example of SMH?
A
a spring oscillating
F=-kx
4
Q
How do you solve for non-constant acceleration using SMH?
A
F=-kx
ma=-kx
a=-kx/m
5
Q
What is SMH good for understanding?
A
Uniform circular motion
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