Simple Harmonic Motion and Simple Harmonic Oscillators
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Introduction to simple harmonic motion and simple harmonic oscillators
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Role of SHM in redistribution of energy within Earth's atmosphere and oceans
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Introduction to simple harmonic motion and simple harmonic oscillators

  • Use the reading, 'Simple Harmonic Motion' by LibreTextsTM to introduce the concept of Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) and its characteristics.
  • Use the reading, 'Simple Harmonic Motion' that introduces the concept of Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) and its characteristics.
  • Use the text to define terms such as period, frequency, amplitude and equilibrium in oscillations and to describe a simple harmonic oscillator.
  • Try to understand the concept of non-uniform force directed towards the resting position of an object using the simple system of an object tied to a spring tethered to a wall. When you pull the object, there is a force acting on it which pulls it towards its resting position and if you then release the object, it will accelerate towards its resting position. The object oscillates in SHM around its equilibrium position with the opposing forces acting on it.
  • Use the text and a solved example to understand the equations of motion for the SHM.

Simple Harmonic Motion

Reading, 'Simple Harmonic Motion'
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