Damping | MCQs

Explanation

Oscillatory systems gradually lose energy due to frictional forces (like air resistance or internal damping).

This damping reduces amplitude over time, preventing indefinite oscillation.

Explanation

Oscillations are damped due to the presence of frictional force.

Frictional force opposes motion and converts some of the kinetic energy into heat energy, causing the oscillations to decay over time.

There are three main types of frictional force that can cause damping:

• Viscous damping (e.g., air resistance, water resistance)
• Coulomb damping (e.g., friction between surfaces)
• Internal damping (e.g., within the material itself)