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The discussion focuses on calculating the units for the spring constant k using two methods: Hooke’s Law and the period equation for a spring. According to Hooke’s Law (k = Mg/x), the units of k are confirmed to be Newtons per meter (N/m). The period equation (T = 2π√(M/k)) also leads to the same unit for k when isolating it, demonstrating compatibility between the two equations. This analysis confirms that both methods yield consistent results for the spring constant.

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Homework Statement



Please calculate the units for the spring constant k in two fashions. First, from
Hooke’s Law (eqn. 5 in lab manual), and then from the period equation for a spring
(eqn. 3). Please show that these units are compatible (i.e. mean the same thing).

Homework Equations


equation 5 k=Mg/x
equation 3 T=2[tex]\pi[/tex][tex]\sqrt{}M/k[/tex]

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well i am pretty sure that Hooke's law give N/m but i have no idea how to show that the units for the second equation are compatible with the first...any ideas on how to figure this out?
 
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Just plug in the units for M and T and isolate the units of k.
 

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