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In an 'ideal' pendulum ... on paper ... the string that holds the 'bob' has no weight of its own, and ALL of the weight is in the bob. If that's true, then the formulaa for the period doesn't involve the weight of the bob, and it has no effect.
In a 'real' pendulum, the string always has some weight of its own. In that case, technically, a heavier bob would move the 'average' center of mass lower, and would technically increase the period of the swing. But unles you're using a piece of steel anchor-cable for a string, the weight of the bob has no noticeable effect on the period.
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Will the period of vibrating swing increase decrease or remain constant by addition of more weight?
the period of vibrating swing neither increase nor decrease by addition of more weight . it remains constant because it does not depends upon weight.
Will the period of a vibrating swing increase decrease or remain constant by addition of more weight?
The time period of a vibrating swing will remain constant by addition of more weight because time period depends upon the length of the pivot or string to which the mass (bob) is attached. Period of the swing is independent of the mass of the bob.
Does the weight effect the period of a pendulum?
Yes, the period of a pendulum is not affected by the weight of the pendulum bob. The period is determined by the length of the pendulum and the acceleration due to gravity. A heavier pendulum bob will swing with the same period as a lighter one of the same length.
Why does gravitational field affect the period of a pendulum?
The gravitational field affects the period of a pendulum because it influences the weight of the pendulum mass, which in turn affects the force acting on the pendulum. A stronger gravitational field will increase the force on the pendulum, resulting in a shorter period, while a weaker gravitational field will decrease the force and lead to a longer period.
The weight on a pendulum is called?
The weight on a pendulum is a 'mass' or a 'bob'.
Which factor affects the period of the pendulum?
The period of a pendulum is affected by the angle created by the swing of the pendulum, the length of the attachment to the mass, and the weight of the mass on the end of the pendulum.
If we wanted to change the time period of the pendulum what do you think we should do?
To change the time period of a pendulum, you can adjust the length of the pendulum rod. Shortening the rod will decrease the time period, while lengthening it will increase the time period. This is because the time period of a pendulum is directly proportional to the square root of its length.
What effect does decreasing the weight of the bob have on the period of the pendulum?
The weight of the bob will determine how long the pendulum swings before coming to rest in the absence of applied forces. The period, or time of 1 oscillation, is determined only by the length of the pendulum.
What factor has the greatest effect on the period of a pendulum?
The length of the pendulum has the greatest effect on its period. A longer pendulum will have a longer period, while a shorter pendulum will have a shorter period. The mass of the pendulum bob and the angle of release also affect the period, but to a lesser extent.
List 3 things that you could changemanipulate about a pendulum?
Adjust the length of the pendulum: Changing the length will alter the period of the pendulum's swing. Adjust the mass of the pendulum bob: Adding or removing weight will affect the pendulum's period. Change the initial angle of release: The angle at which the pendulum is released will impact its amplitude and period.
What property of a pendulum does not affect its period?
The weight of the 'bob' doesn't, as long as the distance fromthe pivot to the swinging center of mass doesn't change.
WHAT IS the term for the mass at the end of a pendulum?
The mass at the end of the pendulum is the bob
