Exploring Factors Affecting Simple Harmonic Motion in a U-Tube

In summary, the conversation discusses the effects of using oil instead of water in a u-tube for SHM, the impact of heating the liquid inside the u-tube on the time period, and the relationship between the internal diameter of the u-tube and successive amplitudes of oscillations. It is concluded that using oil increases friction and decreases the time period, heating the liquid increases the time period, and further experimentation may be needed to determine the relationship between the internal diameter and successive amplitudes.
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Homework Statement



These questions are regarding water undergoing SHM in a u-tube.

Q1) What is the effect on the time period and damping in a u-tube when using oil instead of water?

Q2) What is the effect on the time period if the liquid (inside the u tube) is heated?

Q3) How can the internal diameter of the u-tube affect successive amplitudes of oscillations? Devise a suitable experiment.

Homework Equations



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The Attempt at a Solution



Q1) T is unchanged; oil is more viscous so friction between inside of tube is greater thus oscillations die away quickly.

Q2) Heating water makes it expand; length of water increases; T increases.

Q3) I think the ratio between successive amplitudes should be the same... could plotting T against D (diamter) and observing the relationship be sufficient?

Are these right? Can someone please expand on them?

Many thanks.
 
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1. What is Simple Harmonic Motion?

Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) is a type of periodic motion in which the object or system oscillates back and forth around a central equilibrium point. The motion is characterized by a restoring force that is directly proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium point, making it a linear motion.

2. What are the factors that affect Simple Harmonic Motion?

The factors that affect Simple Harmonic Motion include the mass of the object, the spring constant of the system, and the amplitude of the motion. The mass and spring constant determine the frequency and period of the motion, while the amplitude affects the maximum displacement of the object from the equilibrium point.

3. How is Simple Harmonic Motion different from other types of periodic motion?

Unlike other types of periodic motion, such as circular motion, Simple Harmonic Motion follows a linear path. It also has a constant period and frequency, regardless of the amplitude or initial conditions.

4. What are some real-life examples of Simple Harmonic Motion?

Some examples of Simple Harmonic Motion include a mass-spring system, a pendulum, a swinging door, and a vibrating guitar string. It can also be seen in the motion of a weight on a vertical spring and the motion of a bob on a horizontal spring.

5. How is Simple Harmonic Motion used in scientific research?

Simple Harmonic Motion is used in many scientific fields, including physics, engineering, and biology. It is used to study the behavior of springs, pendulums, and other systems with oscillatory motion. It is also used to model the behavior of atoms and molecules in chemistry and to analyze the motion of the human body in sports and rehabilitation.

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