Who Discovered Oscillatory Motion?

This phenomenon was first observed by Christiaan Huygens

Christiaan Huygens
Huygens (/ˈhɔɪɡənz/ HOY-gənz) was an atmospheric entry robotic space probe that landed successfully on Saturn's moon Titan in 2005. ... The probe was named after the 17th-century Dutch astronomer Christiaan Huygens, who discovered Titan in 1655.
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in 1665.

Who discovered oscillation?

Such was the case with 17th century Dutch astronomer Christiaan Huygens. He became the first to report the phenomenon of coupled oscillation in two pendulum clocks (which he invented) in his bedroom while recovering from an illness in 1665.

What is oscillatory motion?

Oscillatory motion is defined as the to and fro motion of the body about its fixed position. Oscillatory motion is a type of periodic motion. Examples of oscillatory motion are vibrating strings, swinging of the swing etc.

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