Question
A heavy mass m is hanging from a string in equilibrium without breaking it. When this same mass is set into oscillation, the string breaks. Explain.
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Answer
When the mass is at rest the tension on the string is lesser. But when is oscillates and is at its extreme position the string needs to support the mass and preventing it from going away thus the tension is much greater than rest motion.
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