The damping force on an oscillator is directly proportional to the velocity. The units of the constant of proportionality are:
Options
(a) kgms⁻¹
(b) kgms⁻²
(c) kgs⁻¹
(d) kgs
Correct Answer:
kgs⁻¹
Explanation:
F ∞ v ⇒ F = kv
k = F / v ⇒ [k] = [kgms⁻²] / [ms⁻¹]
= kgs⁻¹