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Rosella Lin
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If the Pendulum doesn't follow Harmonic Motion can we still use the formula
1) T = 2π Root(L/g) ?
2) If not, how can I calculate gravity g?
1) T = 2π Root(L/g) ?
2) If not, how can I calculate gravity g?
A non-harmonic pendulum is a type of pendulum that does not follow the traditional harmonic motion, where the period of the pendulum is directly proportional to the square root of its length. Instead, the period of a non-harmonic pendulum can vary depending on the amplitude of its swing and other factors.
The period of a non-harmonic pendulum can be calculated using the formula T = 2π√(L/g), where T is the period, L is the length of the pendulum, and g is the acceleration due to gravity.
A non-harmonic pendulum allows for more precise measurements of gravity as it takes into account the varying period of the pendulum. This can be useful in experiments where a high level of accuracy is required.
The accuracy of calculating gravity using a non-harmonic pendulum can be affected by factors such as air resistance, the mass and shape of the pendulum, and the precision of the measurement equipment.
A non-harmonic pendulum differs from a harmonic pendulum in that its period is not solely determined by its length. Instead, the amplitude and other factors can also affect the period of a non-harmonic pendulum, making it a more complex system to analyze.