Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The differential equation for Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM) describes the relationship between acceleration and displacement of an object undergoing harmonic motion.
Related terms
Periodic motion: A type of motion that repeats itself in equal intervals of time.
Amplitude: The maximum displacement from equilibrium in an oscillating system.
Angular frequency: The rate at which an object oscillates, measured in radians per second.