Resonance

When periodic forces are applied to a system that can oscillate, the resulting motion can vary tremendously. If the frequency of the force matches a natural frequency of the system, a very large amplitude response can occur. The extra-large response is what we call resonance.

The 2 files with “2023” appended at the end of the name are for use with the Mass and Hanger Set (ME-8979). The 2 files without “2023” are for use with the EP3 equipment set.

Grade Level: High School

Subject: Physics

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Resonance 659.30 KB
Resonance (2023 version) 179.29 KB
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Resonance (2023 version) 193.35 KB

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