Oscillations

Grade 845 min

Learning Objective

I can describe the relationship between period, frequency, and amplitude in an oscillating system.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Simple Pendulum Lab

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œA pendulum has a period of 1.5 seconds. If the length of the pendulum is increased, will the period increase or decrease? Explain your reasoning. A pendulum completes 20 oscillations in 40 seconds. What is the period of the pendulum? Show your work. A pendulum has a length of 0.5 meters and a certain period. If the length is changed to 2.0 meters, how will the new period compare to the original period?”

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