A Particle Is in Simple Harmonic Motion Along the X

question 28

Multiple Choice

A particle is in simple harmonic motion along the x axis.The amplitude of the motion is x_m.When it is at x = x₁, its kinetic energy is K = 5 J and its potential energy (measured with U = 0 at x = 0) is U = 3 J.When it is at x = -1/2 x_m, its total energy is:

• A)0 J
• B)3 J
• C)4 J
• D)5 J
• E)8 J

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Definitions:

Nitrile

Organic compounds containing the cyano group (-C≡N), noted for their use in the production of rubber, resins, and pharmaceuticals.

Acid Chloride

A class of organic compounds derived from acids by replacing a hydroxyl group (-OH) with a chlorine atom, making them highly reactive.

Aldehydes

Organic compounds characterized by the functional group -CHO, consisting of a carbonyl center connected to an R group and a hydrogen atom.

Amides

Organic compounds containing a carbonyl group (\(C=O\)) linked to a nitrogen atom (\(N\)), important in forming the structure of proteins.