Oscillations Ques 25
25. A particle of mass $m$ oscillates with simple harmonic motion between points $x_1$ and $x_2$, the equilibrium position being $O$. Its potential energy is plotted. It will be as given below in the graph.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 25.(b)
Solution:
- (b) Potential energy $\propto(\text{ Amplitude })^{2}$
$\quad \quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad \quad\quad\propto(\text{ Displacement })^{2}$
P.E.is maximum at maximum distance.
P.E. is zero at equilibrium point.
P.E. curve is parabolic.
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