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Simple Harmonic Motion

Question 1
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What does "k" represent in the formula for potential energy U=12kx2U = \frac{1}{2}kx^2U=21​kx2 used for springs?

Question 2
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In which situation would you expect no net work done on or by the system within one complete cycle?

Question 3
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If two objects collide in an isolated system and stick together after the collision, which of the following must remain constant before and after the collision?

Question 4
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For an ideal spring-mass system oscillating with simple harmonic motion, what happens to the total mechanical energy if the amplitude of oscillation is doubled?

Question 5
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If the amplitude of a simple harmonic oscillator is quadrupled, its total mechanical energy will _____

Question 6
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A block with a mass of 10 kg connected to a spring oscillates back and forth with an amplitude of 2 m. What is the approximate period of the block if it has a speed of 4 m/s when it passes through its equilibrium point?

Question 7
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In simple harmonic motion, which equation correctly describes the kinetic energy (K) of an oscillator at its maximum displacement?

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Question 8
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Which factor does not affect the period (T) of a pendulum undergoing simple harmonic motion?

Question 9
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What happens to the total mechanical energy of a simple harmonic oscillator if the amplitude of oscillation is doubled while keeping mass and spring constant unchanged?

Question 10
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What happens to the total mechanical energy of an ideal spring-mass system oscillating with no external forces?