The period of a mass on a spring refers to the amount of time it takes for the mass to complete one full cycle of motion, starting from its original position and returning to that same position. It is typically measured in seconds.
The period of a mass on a spring can be calculated using the formula T = 2π√(m/k), where T is the period in seconds, m is the mass of the object in kilograms, and k is the spring constant in Newtons per meter.
The amplitude of a mass on a spring refers to the maximum displacement of the mass from its equilibrium position. It is typically measured in meters.
The period of a mass on a spring is directly proportional to the square root of the mass. This means that as the mass increases, the period also increases.
The period of a mass on a spring is inversely proportional to the square root of the spring constant. This means that as the spring constant increases, the period decreases.