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How would the period of a simple pendulum be changed if the pendulum were moved from sea level to the sun?
As the other contributor mentioned, the standard formula for the period (T) of a simple pendulum is
T = 2*pi*sqrt(L/g)
so the period is inversely proportional to the square root of acceleration 'g'. But for practical purposes (as implied by the question) we can replace 'g' with another value, the apparent acceleration due to gravity, 'ga'. This value also takes into account the rotational speed and the distance from the center of the gravitational mass
ga = GM/r**2 - (w**2)*cos(LAT)
where:
w = angular velocity of the earth's rotation
= 2*pi/(24*3600) [rad/s]
LAT = observer's latitude (0=equator, 90deg=pole)
G = universal gravitation constant
M, r = mass, radius of planet/satellite/star we are on
Thus, the period of a simple pendulum is inversely proportional to to the sqare root of 'ga'. And this value varies with latitude, mass and distance.
So then let's answer the questions!
a) as we increase the height from sea level, the radius increases, reducing the 'ga' and this increases the period, T
b) as we go to the pole, LAT = 90deg, and cos(LAT) goes to zero. We thus INCREASE 'ga' and decrease the period
c) at the equator, LAT = 0 and cos(LAT) = 1, so we have a minimum value for 'ga', this increases the period
d) on the moon, our rotational velocity is much less (1 rev per 27.3 days) and the M is much smaller, and the r is much smaller! We are told that the 'ga' will be about 1/6 of the Earth's value, so the period will increase.
e) Here the M is colossal, so if we could withstand the heat and gravitational forces, 'ga' is much larger, so period will decrease.
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How would the period of the simple pendulum be change if the pendulum is moved from the sea level to the top of the high mountain?
It's faster at sea level and slower at the top of a mountain.
What would the effect be on the period of the simple pendulum if the pendulum was moved from sea level to the top of a mountain or to the moon or to the sun?
As the force of gravity increases the period would decrease. So shortest period on the sun (if you can keep it intact), then sea level, then mountain top and then moon.
How would the period of a simple Pendulum be charged if the pendulum were moved from sea level to the moon?
The period is not likely to be charged. However, it would change due to the weaker gravitational force on the moon. Since the surface gravity of the moon is 0.165 that of the earth, the period would increase by a multiple of 1/sqrt(0.165) = 2.462 approx.
What is the period on earth of a pendulum with a length of 1.0 meter?
The period of a pendulum can be calculated using the formula T = 2π√(L/g), where T is the period, L is the length of the pendulum (1.0 meter in this case), and g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.81 m/s^2). Plugging in the values, the period of a pendulum with a length of 1.0 meter on Earth is approximately 2.006 seconds.
When a pendulum clock at sea level is taken to the top of a high mountain what happens to the time?
The pendulum clock will run slightly faster at the top of the high mountain due to the lower gravitational force and therefore shorter period of the pendulum. This effect is known as gravitational time dilation and is predicted by the theory of relativity.
When a pendulum clock is taken from sea level to the top of a high mountain it will?
run slightly faster due to the decrease in gravity at higher altitudes which results in a shorter period of oscillation for the pendulum.
Why a pendulum clock becomes slow while taking up to mountain?
A pendulum clock becomes slow at higher altitudes because gravity is slightly weaker, causing the pendulum to swing at a slower rate. This change in pendulum swing affects the clock's timekeeping mechanism and makes it run more slowly.
Why pendulum is slow at sea level?
Denser, heavier air.
What is the length of simple pendulum which ticks seconds?
What you want is a pendulum with a frequency of 1/2 Hz. It swings left for 1 second,then right for 1 second, ticks once in each direction, and completes its cycle in exactly2 seconds.The length of such a pendulum technically depends on the acceleration due to gravityin the place where it's swinging. In fact, pendulum arrangements are used to measurethe local value of gravity.A good representative value for the length of the "seconds pendulum" is 0.994 meter.
How do you measure the time of one swing of a pendulum accurately consult?
To accurately measure the time of one swing of a pendulum, you can use a stopwatch or a timer with a high level of precision. Start the timer as the pendulum starts its swing and stop it as the pendulum reaches the other end of the swing. Repeat this process multiple times and calculate the average time to minimize errors.
Can a pendulum clock taken to the top of the will gain or lose time?
A pendulum clock taken to the top of a hill will likely gain time. This is because the force of gravity is weaker at higher altitudes, causing the pendulum to swing more slowly. The clock will then tick at a slower rate than at sea level, resulting in gaining time.
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