PURPOSE: To demonstrate one form of SHM.
DESCRIPTION: A weighted cola can floats as shown in a tank of water. When displaced from its equilibrium position and released, it executes SHM. Due to the viscosity of the water, there is considerable damping.
SUGGESTIONS:
REFERENCES: (PIRA unavailable.)
EQUIPMENT: Weighted can, aquarium with water.
SETUP TIME: 5 min.