Does Adding Mass to a Spring Change Its Amplitude Range?

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Adding mass to a spring affects its oscillation characteristics, including amplitude. When a mass is attached and pulled down, it can oscillate around the new equilibrium point established by the added weight. The concept of amplitude in this context refers to the maximum displacement from the equilibrium position during oscillation. A spring does not have a fixed minimum or maximum amplitude; instead, the amplitude can vary based on the initial displacement and energy input. Understanding these principles is key to analyzing spring dynamics in oscillatory motion.
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Hi. I need help with a quick concept. So there is a string hanging vertically making the bottom of the spring its equilibrium point.

A mass is added on it creating an amplitude.

If I were to pull down on the mass and let it oscillate passing its original equilibrium point, does that mean a spring has a minimum and maximum amplitude?
 
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soccer5454 said:
Hi. I need help with a quick concept. So there is a string hanging vertically making the bottom of the spring its equilibrium point.

A mass is added on it creating an amplitude.

If I were to pull down on the mass and let it oscillate passing its original equilibrium point, does that mean a spring has a minimum and maximum amplitude?
What do you think the term amplitude means when applied to an oscillation?
 

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