To solve this problem, we can use the equation for the period of oscillation of an object connected to a spring.
The period (T) of an object oscillating on a light spring is given by:
T = 2π√(m/k)
where m is the mass of the object and k is the force constant of the spring.
Given:
m = 0.41 kg (mass of the object)
k = 18.6 N/m (force constant of the spring)
To find the period of oscillation, substitute these values into the formula:
T = 2π√(0.41 kg / 18.6 N/m)
Calculating this value will give the period of oscillation of the object.
A 0.41-kg object connected to a light spring with a force constant of 18.6 N/m oscillates on a frictionless horizontal surface. The spring is compressed 4.0 cm and released from rest.
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