Masses and Springs - Vectors | Conservation of Energy | Newton's Laws - PhET Interactive Simulations
Hang masses from springs and adjust the spring constant and damping. Transport the lab to different planets, or slow down time. Observe the forces and energy in the system in real-time, and measure the period using the stopwatch.
En bref
Ajouté le
18 mars 2026
Matière et domaine
physics · oscillations-simple-harmonic-motion
Niveaux scolaires
6e année–12e année (Terminale)
Type de page
Tool
Introduction
Masses and Springs Simulation Overview
- Core Topics:
- Vectors
- Conservation of Energy
- Newton's Laws
- Hooke's Law
- Measurement
- Periodic Motion
- Learning Objectives:
- Analyze factors influencing the period of oscillation.
- Calculate the gravitational constant ($g$) for unknown environments (Planet X).
- Develop experimental methods to determine the mass of an unknown object.
- Examine the relationship between velocity and acceleration vectors during oscillation.
- Interpret changes in free-body diagrams throughout the motion cycle.
- Apply the principle of Conservation of Mechanical Energy (kinetic, elastic potential, gravitational potential, and thermal energy).
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