Flashcards in Pendulum Deck (5)
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1
Q
What is the motion of a pendulum
A
Oscillation
2
Q
The amplitude of the oscillation
A
The distance from the equilibrium position (where it stops moving) to highest position
3
Q
What is the time period
A
Time taken for a complete cycle (highest position to other side to back again)
4
Q
Time period increases
A
When the length of pendulum increases
5
Q
Why do oscillating motions stop
A
Friction (at top) or air resistance