Resonance is the phenomenon that occurs when an external force matches the natural frequency of an object, causing it to vibrate with maximum amplitude.
Natural Frequency: The natural frequency of an object is the frequency at which it naturally oscillates without any external forces acting upon it.
Amplitude: Amplitude refers to the maximum displacement or distance from equilibrium that an object reaches during its vibration or oscillation.
Damping: Damping refers to the gradual decrease in amplitude over time due to energy dissipation in a vibrating system.
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