What is the Official Name of the Bar Pendulum Graph?

In summary, the official name of the bar pendulum graph is the "periodic motion graph," as it is used to represent the periodic motion of a swinging pendulum. This type of graph typically displays the relationship between time and displacement or velocity of the pendulum, with its distinctive shape resembling a bar or pendulum swinging back and forth. It is commonly used in physics and other scientific fields to analyze and understand the behavior of pendulums.
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GabrielMoon
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Bar Pendulum Graph name?

Hi!
WWhen i did the Bar graph experiment, i obtained a parabolic curve on negative and positive x axes
(time period^2 vs distance from cg graph). Can anyone tell me what it's actually called, the actual name of the graph?
 
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What exactly was your experiment? To find the period of oscillation of a bar?
 
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To Find the value of g using bar pendulum
 
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If you plotted T2 vs L, you should get a straight line passing through the origin.

What did you plot and how does your graph look? (Can you post a picture of your graph?)
 
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The graph is like this.

http://www.lhup.edu/~dsimanek/scenario/labman1/kater03.gif
My teacher said it was named after some scientist and i can't remember his name
 

What is a bar pendulum graph?

A bar pendulum graph is a type of graph that shows the relationship between the length of a pendulum and the time it takes to complete one swing. The length of the pendulum is plotted on the x-axis and the time on the y-axis, with each bar representing a different length.

What is the purpose of a bar pendulum graph?

The purpose of a bar pendulum graph is to visualize and analyze the relationship between the length of a pendulum and its period. This can help scientists understand and predict the behavior of pendulums in different conditions.

How is a bar pendulum graph different from other types of graphs?

A bar pendulum graph is different from other types of graphs, such as line graphs or scatter plots, because it specifically shows the relationship between two variables through the use of bars. It is also used specifically for studying pendulum behavior.

What is the significance of the shape of a bar pendulum graph?

The shape of a bar pendulum graph can reveal important information about the relationship between the length of a pendulum and its period. For example, a straight line indicates a direct relationship, while a curved line indicates a non-linear relationship.

How can a bar pendulum graph be used in scientific research?

Bar pendulum graphs are commonly used in scientific research to study the effects of different variables, such as gravity and length, on the behavior of pendulums. They can also be used to make predictions and test hypotheses related to pendulum motion.

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