Spring force and the period of it's ocilation

In summary, spring force is a type of force exerted by a spring when it is stretched or compressed, following Hooke's Law. The force of a spring directly affects its period of oscillation, with a higher force resulting in a shorter period. The spring constant, denoted by k, is a measure of the stiffness of the spring and determines its period. The mass of the object attached to the spring also affects its period, with a larger mass resulting in a longer period. The period of oscillation for a spring can be changed by altering its mass, spring constant, or the amplitude of oscillation.
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Robertoalva
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1.A mass is attached to a vertical spring, which then goes into oscillation.
At the high point of the oscillation, the spring is in the
original unstretched equilibrium position it had before the mass
was attached; the low point is 5.8 cm below this. Find the oscillation
period.



Homework Equations


sin(α+ or -β)
sqrt(k/m)= ω


The Attempt at a Solution


having the half of 5.8cm
2.9cm k = mg
 
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  • #2
Think about this

T = 2(pi)sqrt(m/k)

How do you find k?

(force) (distance) = k and force in this case is mg

These are enough clues.
 

FAQ: Spring force and the period of it's ocilation

1. What is spring force?

Spring force is a type of force that is exerted by a spring when it is stretched or compressed. It follows Hooke's Law, which states that the force is directly proportional to the displacement of the spring from its equilibrium position.

2. How does the force of a spring affect its period of oscillation?

The force of a spring directly affects its period of oscillation. As the force increases, the period decreases, and vice versa. This relationship is described by the equation T = 2π√(m/k), where T is the period, m is the mass of the object attached to the spring, and k is the spring constant.

3. What is the significance of the spring constant in relation to its period of oscillation?

The spring constant, denoted by k, is a measure of the stiffness of the spring. It determines how much force is required to stretch or compress the spring. A higher spring constant means a stiffer spring, which results in a shorter period of oscillation.

4. How does the mass of the object attached to the spring affect its period of oscillation?

The mass of the object attached to the spring has an inverse relationship with the period of oscillation. As the mass increases, the period of oscillation also increases. This is because a larger mass requires more force to accelerate, thus causing a longer period of oscillation.

5. How can the period of oscillation be changed for a spring?

The period of oscillation for a spring can be changed by altering its mass or spring constant. Adding more mass or using a stiffer spring will result in a shorter period, while reducing the mass or using a less stiff spring will increase the period. Additionally, changing the amplitude of the oscillation can also affect the period.

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