Write down the actual math. Is there any "energy" in it that is negative? (Hint: you can write down the math so that there is, but it won't mean what you seem to think it means.) You can even use the Newtonian math, which is simpler.Paige_Turner said:Does "absorbing" negative energy from gravity cancel the upward momentum of the pendulum?
Negative energy is a concept in physics that refers to the potential energy of an object in a system. It is often used in reference to the energy of an object that is lower than the reference point or ground state of the system.
The concept of negative energy is a theoretical one and is not directly observable. However, it is a useful concept in physics and has been used in various theories and models to explain phenomena such as the expansion of the universe and the behavior of particles in quantum mechanics.
In the context of pendulums, negative energy can refer to the potential energy of the pendulum at its highest point, when it has stopped moving and is about to swing back in the opposite direction. This potential energy is negative because it is lower than the reference point of the pendulum, which is typically the lowest point of its swing.
As mentioned earlier, negative energy is a theoretical concept and is not directly observable. Therefore, it cannot be harnessed or used in any practical way.
Negative energy does not directly affect the behavior of pendulums. However, it is a useful concept in understanding the potential energy of a pendulum at different points in its swing, and can be used in calculations and models to predict its behavior.