Exploring Simple Harmonic Motion: An Introduction to Oscillations

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In summary, Simple Harmonic Motion is a type of periodic motion where an object oscillates back and forth around an equilibrium position due to a restoring force. This force is directly proportional to the displacement of the object from its equilibrium position. Examples of SHM include a mass on a spring and a pendulum. The period and frequency of oscillation can be calculated using the mass and spring constant, or the length and gravitational acceleration. SHM is an important concept in physics and has various applications in real-world scenarios, such as in music and engineering.
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