T = 2π√(l/g)
Definition
The period (T) of a pendulum swinging back and forth is equal to 2π times the square root of the length (l) divided by the acceleration due to gravity (g).
Related terms
Pendulum: A weight suspended from a fixed point that can freely swing back and forth under gravity's influence.
Periodic Motion: Any motion that repeats itself at regular intervals.
Acceleration due to Gravity (g): The acceleration experienced by objects near Earth's surface due to gravitational attraction. Its value is approximately 9.8 m/s².
"T = 2π√(l/g)" appears in:
Additional resources (1)
AP Physics C: Mechanics - Unit 6 Overview: Oscillations
Are you a college student?
Study guides for the entire semester
200k practice questions
Glossary of 50k key terms - memorize important vocab
About Us
About Fiveable
Blog
Careers
Code of Conduct
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
CCPA Privacy Policy
Resources
Cram Mode
AP Score Calculators
Study Guides
Practice Quizzes
Glossary
Cram Events
Merch Shop
Crisis Text Line
Help Center
Stay Connected
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.
About Us
About Fiveable
Blog
Careers
Code of Conduct
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
CCPA Privacy Policy
Resources
Cram Mode
AP Score Calculators
Study Guides
Practice Quizzes
Glossary
Cram Events
Merch Shop
Crisis Text Line
Help Center
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.