Simple harmonic motion is a type of periodic motion in which an object moves back and forth along a straight line, with a restoring force that is directly proportional to its displacement from the equilibrium position.
An example of simple harmonic motion is a mass attached to a spring that is oscillating up and down.
Simple harmonic motion can be observed by measuring the displacement, velocity, and acceleration of an object over time. This can be done using sensors and data collection tools.
The period of simple harmonic motion is affected by the mass of the object, the stiffness of the spring or restoring force, and the amplitude of the motion.
One can experiment with simple harmonic motion by setting up a system with a spring and mass, varying the parameters such as mass, spring constant, and amplitude, and measuring the resulting motion. This can also be done by using simulations or virtual experiments.