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What to create	Lesson plan
Which subject	Physics
What topic	Energy conservation in SHM
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
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Academic Subject: Physics

Duration: 30 minutes

Academic Level: Relevant for students studying at any academic stage

Objectives

• Define Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)
• Understand the meaning of energy conservation in SHM
• Explain how potential and kinetic energy relates to SHM
• Solve problems involving energy conservation in SHM

Materials Required

• Whiteboard and markers
• Spring and mass (demonstration model)
• Calculator

Introduction

• Ask students what they know about Simple Harmonic Motion.
• Introduce the concept of energy conservation in the context of SHM.
• Explain the importance of understanding energy conservation in SHM.

Definition and Explanation of SHM

• Define SHM and give examples
• Discuss the components of SHM, i.e., amplitude, period, and frequency
• Explain the difference between Simple Harmonic Motion and periodic motion.

Energy Conservation in SHM

• Define energy conservation in SHM
• Explain the concept of potential and kinetic energy in SHM.
• Derive the formula for the total mechanical energy of a system undergoing SHM.
• Give examples of energy conservation in SHM.

Problem Solving

• Solve a problem on how to calculate kinetic, potential, and total mechanical energy of a mass oscillating on a spring.
• Give students a problem-solving assignment for homework.

Conclusion

• Recap the lesson objectives
• Discuss how students can apply energy conservation in SHM to solve real-life problems.
• Encourage students to ask questions when they encounter challenges in solving homework problems.