Length of Pendulum

Definition

The length of a pendulum is the distance from the pivot point to the center of mass of the object that swings back and forth.

Related terms

Period:

The time it takes for one complete swing or oscillation of a pendulum.

Amplitude:

The maximum displacement or distance from equilibrium that a pendulum swings.

Frequency:

The number of complete swings or oscillations per unit time for a pendulum.