Oscillations and Waves

Lagos, Miguel; Paredes, Rodrigo; Elgueta, Milton; Molina, Mario

Oscillations and Waves

dc.contributor.author	Lagos, Miguel
dc.contributor.author	Paredes, Rodrigo
dc.contributor.author	Elgueta, Milton
dc.contributor.author	Molina, Mario
dc.date.accessioned	2025-09-11T15:20:29Z
dc.date.available	2025-09-11T15:20:29Z
dc.date.issued	2024-12-01
dc.description.abstract	Oscillations and waves are prevalent in the realm of physical sciences, finding applications across a wide range of technical fields. Waves can be observed everywhere, primarily due to the fact that the lowest-energy states of most spatially extended physical systems tend to exhibit wave-like characteristics. Oscillation can be regarded as a fundamental component of wave motion. It is evident in various scenarios, such as the movement of a suspended object, subtle fluctuations in air pressure within a noisy environment, or the gentle ripples on the surface of a quiet pond. Even in more intricate systems, like the dynamics of the electromagnetic field, we consistently observe the tangible consequences of oscillations and waves. For this reason, it is highly desirable to introduce the study of physical systems governed by waves at an early stage, as it fosters a sense of comprehension regarding complex aspects of real-life phenomena. The issue at hand is that the conventional exploration of oscillations and waves requires mathematical techniques that are still unfamiliar to students at the introductory level. However, the next sections aim to provide a theoretical introduction to oscillations and waves without relying on advanced mathematics, ensuring that no physical rigor is sacrificed. The article seeks to help teachers motivate students with a special interest in science.
dc.identifier.citation	The Physics Teacher, Vol. 62, N° 9 (2024) p.782–785.
dc.identifier.doi	https://doi.org/10.1119/5.0166724
dc.identifier.issn	0031-921X
dc.identifier.issne	1943-4928
dc.identifier.orcid	https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6114-0782
dc.identifier.orcid	https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9943-2510
dc.identifier.uri	https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12254/4302
dc.language.iso	en
dc.publisher	Institute of Physics (AIP) Publishing
dc.rights	Atribución-NoComercial-CompartirIgual 3.0 Chile (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 CL)
dc.rights.uri	http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/cl/
dc.subject	Electrical properties and parameters
dc.subject	Energy conservation
dc.subject	Energy equations
dc.subject	Electromagnetism
dc.subject	Electromotive force
dc.subject	Harmonic oscillator
dc.title	Oscillations and Waves
dc.type	Article
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