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A simple pendulum is set into vibrations. The bob of the pendulum comes to rest after some time due to

A

Air friction

B

Moment of inertia

C

Weight of the bob

D

Combination of all the above

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Correct option is A)

Air friction causes the oscillating pendulum to damp and thus eventually it comes to rest after some time.

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