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Simple Harmonic Motion
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What describes Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)?

Acceleration proportional to displacement

Which formula represents displacement in simple harmonic motion (SHM)?

x(t) = A sin(ωt + φ)

What does amplitude (A) represent in SHM?

Greatest distance from equilibrium

How is frequency (f) calculated in SHM?

f = 1/T

What is the total mechanical energy in SHM?

Constant due to conservation

What is the formula for kinetic energy (KE) in SHM?

KE = 1/2 mv^2

What does the period (T) of a pendulum depend on?

Length and gravity

What is the relationship between velocity and position in SHM?

Velocity is zero at extremes

What is the formula for acceleration (a) in SHM?

a = -Aω^2 cos(ωt + φ)

What is the role of potential energy (PE) in SHM?

Max at displacement extremes

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