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.
Analogy
Imagine a swing set at a playground. The length of the pendulum is like the length of the chains on the swing. The longer the chains, the slower and longer each swing takes.
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.
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