Physics Class 11

Everyday SHM

Is a child swinging on a swing an example of SHM?

uniboardhub
Asked on 01/11/2025 170 views
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uniboardhub
4 months ago

Yes, approximately — when the swing angle is small, the restoring force is proportional to displacement, so it behaves like simple harmonic motion.

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