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Simple Harmonic Motion — Concept Maps

NIOS · Class 12 · Physics

4 concept maps of Simple Harmonic Motion for NIOS Class 12 Physics, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the NIOS Class 12 Physics syllabus.

45 questions37 flashcards19 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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4 Concept Maps

Simple Harmonic Motion – Complete Concept Map

Simple Harmonic Motion – Complete Concept Map

The map in words

  • Simple Harmonic Motion
    • Periodic Motion
      • Repeats after time T
      • Oscillatory subset
      • Non-oscillatory type
    • Definition of SHM
      • F proportional to displacement
      • Force towards mean position
      • F equals negative kx
    • Key Terms
      • Amplitude a
      • Time Period T
      • Frequency nu
      • Angular Frequency omega
      • Phase angle phi
    • Displacement Equations
      • y equals a sin omega t
      • y equals a cos omega t
      • General form with phase
    • Velocity and Acceleration
      • v equals omega root a squared minus y squared
      • v max equals a omega at mean
      • a acc equals negative omega squared y
      • a max equals omega squared a at extreme
    • Time Period Formulas
      • Spring Mass System
        • T equals 2pi root m over k
        • Gravity independent
      • Simple Pendulum
        • T equals 2pi root l over g
        • Mass independent
      • Two Body System
        • Reduced mass mu
        • omega equals root k over mu
    • Energy in SHM
      • KE equals half m omega squared a minus y squared
      • PE equals half m omega squared y squared
      • Total E equals half m omega squared a squared
      • KE equals PE at y equals a over root 2
    • Types of Oscillations
      • Free Oscillations
        • Natural frequency
        • No damping
      • Damped Oscillations
        • Decreasing amplitude
        • Energy loss as heat
      • Forced Oscillations
        • External periodic force
        • Driven at driver frequency
      • Resonance
        • Natural equals driving frequency
        • Maximum amplitude
    • Real World Applications
      • Radio and TV tuning
      • Pendulum clocks
      • Shock absorbers
      • Musical instruments
      • Seismographs

Mind map showing all major topics covered in the Simple Harmonic Motion chapter, branching from the central concept.

Mind map showing all major topics covered in the Simple Harmonic Motion chapter, branching from the central concept.

The map in words

  • Simple Harmonic Motion
    • Periodic Motion
      • Oscillatory
      • Non-Oscillatory
    • Definition of SHM
      • Restoring Force
      • Proportional to Displacement
    • Mathematical Equations
      • Displacement
      • Velocity
      • Acceleration
    • Examples
      • Spring-Mass System
      • Simple Pendulum
    • Energy in SHM
      • Kinetic Energy
      • Potential Energy
      • Total Energy
    • Types of Oscillations
      • Free Vibrations
      • Damped Vibrations
      • Forced Vibrations
      • Resonance

Flowchart classifying types of motion from general to specific, leading to oscillatory motion and SHM.

Flowchart classifying types of motion from general to specific, leading to oscillatory motion and SHM.

The map in words

  • All Motions
    • Repeats after fixed time?
      • No: Non-Periodic Motion
      • Yes: Periodic Motion
        • To and fro about mean position?
          • No: Non-Oscillatory Periodic
            • Example: Earth around Sun
          • Yes: Oscillatory Periodic Motion
            • Example: Pendulum Bob
            • May be SHM

Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)

Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)

The map in words

  • Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)
    • Periodic Motion
    • Mathematical Representation
    • Key Terms of SHM
    • Examples of SHM
    • Energy in SHM
    • Types of Oscillations
    • Circle of Reference

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Simple Harmonic Motion for NIOS Class 12 Physics?
Key topics in Simple Harmonic Motion include Periodic Motion and Oscillatory Motion, Simple Harmonic Motion – Definition, Equation and Circle of Reference, Time Period of Common SHM Systems, Energy in Simple Harmonic Motion. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 12 board exam.
What do the concept maps for Simple Harmonic Motion show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Simple Harmonic Motion connect: Simple Harmonic Motion – Complete Concept Map; Mind map showing all major topics covered in the Simple Harmonic Motion chapter, branching from the central concept.. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Simple Harmonic Motion for the NIOS Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Simple Harmonic Motion. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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