In a simple harmonic motion (SHM), where is the kinetic energy of the oscillating particle maximum?
A. At the extreme positions
B. At the mean position
C. It remains constant everywhere
D. Halfway between mean and extreme position
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In Simple Harmonic Motion (like a swinging pendulum), velocity is maximum when the particle passes through its equilibrium or mean position. Since Kinetic Energy = ½mv², KE is maximum at the mean position. At the extreme positions, the velocity is briefly zero, meaning kinetic energy is zero and potential energy is maximum.
Explanation:
A transformer operates on the principle of mutual induction. It consists of primary and secondary coils. When an alternating current flows through the primary coil, it generates a changing magnetic field. This fluctuating flux links with the secondary coil, inducing an alternating electromotive force (EMF) in it according to Faraday's Law.
A ball is dropped from a height 'h' and simultaneously another ball is thrown horizontally from the same height. Which ball will hit the ground first? (Neglect air resistance)
Explanation:
Vertical and horizontal motions are completely independent. Both balls have zero initial downward (vertical) velocity and both are subject to the same downward acceleration due to gravity (g). Since the vertical height (h) is the same, using h = ut + ½gt², time t = √(2h/g) applies equally to both. Thus, they hit the ground simultaneously.
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