NFs

mxSince the graph is linear and contains (0,0)

xFs

Force exerted by a spring vs. Elongation

Review of an Ideal Spring

kxFs Since the force exerted by the spring and the elongation are

always in opposite directions

xkFs

Hooke’s LawHolds for ideal springs

Spring Constant (k) – the slope of a graph of the force exerted by a spring vs. its elongation.

– a measure of the elasticity (strength) of a spring

Review of an Ideal Spring

Period of a Mass on a Spring Pre-Lab

What variables might affect the period of a mass on a spring?

Period

Mass

Amplitude

Spring Constant

Period

Period of a Mass on a Spring Pre-Lab

What variables might affect the period of a mass on a spring?

Period

MassI

D

Purpose: To create graphical and mathematical representations of the relationship between the period, mass and spring constant of a mass on the end of a spring.

Spring ConstantI

Spring Constant

Period