Physics
PHYS 205, Anthony Szpilka
- Reaction Times The purpose of this exercise is to measure different individuals' reaction times, and see whether some people are inherently faster than others.
- Simple Harmonic Motion with PendulumsThe purpose of this exercise is to explore some of the variables affecting the oscillation of a pendulum ("simple harmonic motion"). In particular, the dependence of the oscillation frequency on oscillation amplitude, the length of the pendulum, and the mass of the bob is examined.
- Simple Harmonic Motion with PendulumsThe purpose of this exercise is to explore some of the variables affecting the oscillation of a pendulum ("simple harmonic motion"). In particular, the dependence of the oscillation frequency on oscillation amplitude, the length of the pendulum, and the mass of the bob is examined.
- Simple Harmonic Motion with Springs The purpose of this exercise is to explore some of the variables affecting the oscillation of a mass hanging from a spring ("simple harmonic motion"). In particular, the dependence of the oscillation frequency on oscillation amplitude and mass is examined. A measurement of the stiffness of the spring ("spring constant") is also made, using linear regression.
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