How do we describe in technical term the swinging of a pendulum
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Answer:
For the pendulum, the bob moves back and forth. This back and forth motion is called "oscillation." Its position is said to oscillate back and forth. The period is the amount of time it takes the bob to make one round trip.:
ANSWER.
For the pendulum, the bob moves back and forth. This back and forth motion is called "oscillation." Its position is said to oscillate back and forth. The period is the amount of time it takes the bob to make one round trip.
Explanation:
How would you describe the motion of the pendulum?
The massive object is affectionately referred to as the pendulum bob. When the bob is displaced from equilibrium and then released, it begins its back and forth vibration about its fixed equilibrium position. The motion is regular and repeating, an example of periodic motion.
How do you swing a pendulum?
What to do:
Tie a weight onto the end of the piece of string.
Make a loop at the other end of the string.
Screw the hook into the piece of wood and balance the wood between the backs of two chairs.
Put the loop of string over the hook.
Start the weight swinging and time how long it takes to make 20 swings.