Question

A vertical mass-spring system executes simple harmonic oscillations with a period of 2 s. A quantity of this system which exhibits simple harmonic variation with a period of 1 s is

A. Velocity
B. Potential energy
C. Phase difference between acceleration and displacement
D. Difference between kinetic energy and potential energy

Answer 1

The quantity that exhibits simple harmonic variation with a period of 1 s in a vertical mass-spring system is the velocity. Therefore, the correct option is A.

Step-by-step explanation:

In a vertical mass-spring system, the only quantity that exhibits simple harmonic variation with a period of 1 s is the velocity. In simple harmonic motion (SHM), the velocity of the mass is constantly changing, reaching maximum values at the equilibrium position and zero at the extreme points of motion.