Question

explain the changes in energy as the pendulum swings from one side to the other. pendulum movement a. kinetic is greatest at the center, potential is greatest at the sides. b. potential is greatest at the center, kinetic at the sides. c. energy is destroyed when the pendulum slows. d. thermal energy increases at the center.

Explanation:

The kinetic energy of a pendulum is greatest at the center (low - est point) where its speed is maximum. The potential energy is greatest at the sides (highest points) where its height is maximum. Energy is conserved in an ideal pendulum, and there is no energy destruction. Thermal energy is not increasing at the center in a simple pendulum analysis without considering friction.

Answer:

A. Kinetic is greatest at the center, potential is greatest at the sides.