Spring on Vertical Stand and Masses

 

Code Number: 3A20.10

Demo Title: Simple Harmonic Motion - Mass on Spring

Condition: Good

Principle: Simple Harmonic Motion

Area of Study: Oscillations & Acoustics

Equipment: 

Spring on Vertical Stand and Masses (set).

Procedure:

Place the desired spring on the support and add an appropriate weight.  This system can be put into motion into two ways.  One way is to just pull down on a spring and release and watch it move up and down.  The other way is to pull it sideways and to release it like a pendulum.

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3A20.10 - SHM - Mass on a Spring 

 

3A20.10 - Dr. James Wetzel, PHYS 1611 - Mass on a Spring 

 

3A20.10 - Dr. James Wetzel, PHYS 1611 - Frequency is Independent of Amplitude