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Understanding Simple Harmonic Motion: Explained in Simple Terms
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The discussion revolves around understanding the principles of simple harmonic motion, particularly focusing on the relationship between tension and acceleration in the context of a specific problem. Participants are exploring the implications of the equations governing this motion.
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- Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants are attempting to clarify the relationship between tension and acceleration, questioning the correctness of their interpretations of graphs related to these variables. There is a focus on whether specific graph behaviors at certain points are accurate.
Discussion Status
The discussion is active, with participants seeking clarification on their interpretations and the implications of the equations. Some guidance has been offered regarding the proportionality of tension and acceleration, but no consensus has been reached on the correctness of specific graph representations.
Contextual Notes
There appears to be confusion regarding the behavior of tension at the equilibrium position, as participants are questioning whether T=0 when x=0 is a valid assumption.
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NascentOxygen
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How will you go about working out the answer?
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Tension should be proportional to acceleration given by -w^2(x).
Thus tension and acceleration graph should be the same.
i think it is either A or D.
Please help me clarify.
Thus tension and acceleration graph should be the same.
i think it is either A or D.
Please help me clarify.
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A and D show T=0 when x=0. Is this correct?Arun Raja said:
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