-Large numerical values of k imply that a spring is very "stiff" and conversely. small values of k signify a "soft spring." Why? -Is the period of the mass-spring system dependent upon the amplitude of oscillation ?

-Large numerical values of k imply that a spring is very "stiff" and conversely. small values of k signify a "soft spring." Why? -Is the period of the mass-spring system dependent upon the amplitude of oscillation ?

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College Physics

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Author:Paul Peter Urone, Roger Hinrichs

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Chapter16: Oscillatory Motion And Waves

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Problem 4CQ: Give an example of a simple harmonic oscillator, specifically noting how its frequency is...

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