Define simple harmonic motion. Give its two example.

Define simple harmonic motion. Give its two example. 
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Simple harmonic motion: The to and fro motion of the object about its mean position is called simple harmonic motion. 

Examples: motion of swing, motion of sewing machine , motion of clock pendulum , etc.

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