Central Force (period of revolution and period of small radial oscillations)

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A particle of mass m and angular momentum L moves in a central force described by the potential V=(1/2)kr^2. The discussion focuses on finding the period of revolution for circular motion and the period of small radial oscillations around the stable circular orbit. The participant initially struggled with applying Lagrangian mechanics but later identified that the radius at the potential minimum is crucial for determining the periods. They expressed a clearer understanding of the relationship between circular orbits and radial oscillations. The conversation emphasizes the importance of using established formulas for both periods once the correct radius is established.
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A particle of mass m and angular moment L moves in a central force V=(1/2)kr^2 (k>0).
Find the period of revolution for the circular movement and the period of small radial oscillations around the stable cicular orbit.

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Well I tried using Langrange and then applied the conditions of a circular but I get lost. Any help would really help, especially if someone could help me distinguish the expressions for the two periods. Thanks.
 
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Yeah sorry abour the noob mistake. I actually really didn't know where to get started, you know. But I think I got it now...Circular orbit implies radius at Potential Minimum, I think that is the key to finding the radius then using common expressions for period of rev and period of radial oscillation.

Thanks, and again sorry.
 
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