AIPMT PRELIMS2003Physics-Oscillations
AIPMT PRELIMS 2003 Physics Simple Harmonic Motion MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A particle of mass m oscillates with simple harmonic motion between points x₁ and x₂, the equilibrium position being O. Its potential energy is plotted. It will be as given below in the graph :
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The potential energy in simple harmonic motion is maximum at the extreme points and zero at the equilibrium position. The correct graph is a parabola opening upwards.
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