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What role does friction play in the stopping of a moving car?
What role does friction play in the stopping of a moving car?
- It increases the car's speed.
- It applies force to the tires, slowing down the car. (correct)
- It has no effect on the car's movement.
- It makes the car slide against the road.
Friction only exists when two objects are moving relative to one another.
Friction only exists when two objects are moving relative to one another.
False (B)
What keeps a stack of coins upright?
What keeps a stack of coins upright?
Friction between the coins
The force that stops an object from sliding against a surface is called __________.
The force that stops an object from sliding against a surface is called __________.
Match each scenario with its description of friction:
Match each scenario with its description of friction:
What is one factor that affects the amount of friction between two surfaces?
What is one factor that affects the amount of friction between two surfaces?
A smoother surface creates more friction than a rough surface.
A smoother surface creates more friction than a rough surface.
What effect does the weight of an object have on friction?
What effect does the weight of an object have on friction?
Riding a bike on a newly paved road is easier than on a ____ trail due to the effect of friction.
Riding a bike on a newly paved road is easier than on a ____ trail due to the effect of friction.
Match the following factors with their effect on friction:
Match the following factors with their effect on friction:
Flashcards
Friction
Friction
A force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.
Surface roughness and friction
Surface roughness and friction
Rough surfaces create more friction than smooth surfaces.
Weight and friction
Weight and friction
Heavier objects create more friction when in contact with a surface.
Surface area and friction
Surface area and friction
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Reducing friction
Reducing friction
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Friction in Cars
Friction in Cars
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Friction in Coin Stacks
Friction in Coin Stacks
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Stickiness and Friction
Stickiness and Friction
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Friction's Direction
Friction's Direction
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Study Notes
- Friction is a force between two objects that are in contact
- It acts in the opposite direction of the sliding movement
- Friction stops an object from sliding
- Friction slows down a moving object
- For example, applying brakes on tires causes friction to slow down or stop a car
- Friction is caused when two surfaces rub together
- The amount of friction depends on the type of surfaces
- The amount of friction also depends on the surfaces' amount of contact
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