A pendulum clock with a pendulum made of brass is designed to keep accurate time at 23C. Assume it is a simple pendulum consisting of a bob at one end of a brass rod of negligible mass that is pivoted about the other end. If the clock operates at 0.0C, (a) does it run too fast or too slow, and (b) what is the magnitude of its error in seconds per hour?
Simple harmonic motion
Simple harmonic motion is a type of periodic motion in which an object undergoes oscillatory motion. The restoring force exerted by the object exhibiting SHM is proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position. The force is directed towards the mean position. We see many examples of SHM around us, common ones are the motion of a pendulum, spring and vibration of strings in musical instruments, and so on.
Simple Pendulum
A simple pendulum comprises a heavy mass (called bob) attached to one end of the weightless and flexible string.
Oscillation
In Physics, oscillation means a repetitive motion that happens in a variation with respect to time. There is usually a central value, where the object would be at rest. Additionally, there are two or more positions between which the repetitive motion takes place. In mathematics, oscillations can also be described as vibrations. The most common examples of oscillation that is seen in daily lives include the alternating current (AC) or the motion of a moving pendulum.
A pendulum clock with a pendulum made of brass is designed
to keep accurate time at 23C. Assume it is a simple pendulum
consisting of a bob at one end of a brass rod of negligible mass
that is pivoted about the other end. If the clock operates at 0.0C,
(a) does it run too fast or too slow, and (b) what is the magnitude of
its error in seconds per hour?
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