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If the amplitude of a simple harmonic oscillator is
Chapter 13, Problem 72GP(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 72GP
If the amplitude of a simple harmonic oscillator is doubled, by what multiplicative factor do the following quantities change: (a) angular frequency, (b) frequency, (c) period, (d) maximum. speed, (e) maximum acceleration, (f) total mechanical energy?
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QUESTION:
Problem 72GP
If the amplitude of a simple harmonic oscillator is doubled, by what multiplicative factor do the following quantities change: (a) angular frequency, (b) frequency, (c) period, (d) maximum. speed, (e) maximum acceleration, (f) total mechanical energy?
ANSWER:
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(a) The angular frequency of the harmonic oscillator is independent of its amplitude of vibrations. So, if the amplitude of a simple harmonic oscillator is doubled, there is no change in its angular frequency.