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Mike Shandon
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Hi, I am having some trouble with the following question, any help would be appreciated
1. Homework Statement
For a simple pendulum, T^2 is directly proportional to the length of the string (L)
Why is this not true for a compound pendulum?
T= 2pi sqrt(l/g) [/B]
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Could it be because the mass of a simple pendulum is concentrated at one point, while the mass of a compound pendulum is spread out
1. Homework Statement
For a simple pendulum, T^2 is directly proportional to the length of the string (L)
Why is this not true for a compound pendulum?
Homework Equations
T= 2pi sqrt(l/g) [/B]
The Attempt at a Solution
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Could it be because the mass of a simple pendulum is concentrated at one point, while the mass of a compound pendulum is spread out