Oscillations and Waves · Waves & Optics

Simple Harmonic Motion

Analyzing the dynamics of pendulums and spring systems through restorative forces.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the energy oscillate between kinetic and potential forms in a harmonic oscillator?
  2. 2What variables affect the period of a simple pendulum in a non inertial frame?
  3. 3How would an engineer use damping to stabilize a structure against resonance?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Oscillations - Class 11
Class: Class 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Oscillations and Waves
Period: Waves & Optics

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