Pendulum Final Project (Gr.10) HELP

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The discussion centers on the impact of air resistance on the swinging motion of a pendulum bob. A wider bob shape increases air resistance, resulting in fewer swings per minute despite constant gravitational force. The drag force exerted by the surrounding air opposes the pendulum's motion, leading to a deceleration effect. For further understanding, users are directed to HyperPhysics for detailed explanations on fluid friction concepts, particularly in gases.

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  • Understanding of basic pendulum mechanics
  • Knowledge of fluid dynamics, specifically fluid friction
  • Familiarity with the concept of drag force
  • Basic physics principles related to motion and forces
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  • Research "Fluid friction in gases" on HyperPhysics
  • Explore the effects of drag force on pendulum motion
  • Study the relationship between bob shape and air resistance
  • Investigate methods to minimize air resistance in pendulum experiments
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Students studying physics, educators teaching mechanics, and anyone conducting experiments related to pendulum motion and fluid dynamics.

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Does this make any sense to anyone? please email me! jacileafsfan24@aol.com
"If the shape of the bob is wider, then there will be more air resistance so it will swing fewer times in a minute because the gravity is still the same, but the air resistance will force it to slow down."
Any help would be appreciated!
 
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Yes, it makes sense. The air surrounding the pendulum exerts a drag force on it that opposes its motion. For details check out the following site.

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/hframe.html

Use the bubble maps to take the following path:

Mechanics-->Fluids-->Fluid Friction

Then click on "Fluid friction concepts". You'll be interested in fluid friction in gases, since air is a gas.
 

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