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9. FRICTION

9. FRICTION

Friction is a force that opposes the relative motion between two surfaces in contact. It plays an essential role in various daily activities and applications, as it can both facilitate movement and hinder it depending on context. Understanding the factors affecting friction, its types, and how it can be increased or reduced is crucial in numerous fields, from sports to engineering.

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  1. 9

    Friction is a force that opposes the motion between two surfaces in contact,...

  2. 9.1
    Force Of Friction

    This section introduces the concept of friction, explaining how it opposes...

  3. 9.1.1
    Activity 9.1

    This section introduces the concept of friction, explaining its role in...

  4. 9.2
    Factors Affecting Friction

    This section explores the factors that influence friction, including surface...

  5. 9.2.1
    Activity 9.2

    The section discusses factors affecting friction, exploring how different...

  6. 9.2.2
    Spring Balance

    This section explains the concept of friction and introduces spring balances...

  7. 9.2.3
    Activity 9.3

    This section discusses the role of friction and how different surfaces affect motion.

  8. 9.3
    Friction: A Necessary Evil

    This section discusses the dual nature of friction as both a necessary force...

  9. 9.4
    Increasing And Reducing Friction

    This section explores the importance of friction in various contexts,...

  10. 9.4.1
    Activity 9.4

    This section explores how the application of different forces affects the...

  11. 9.5
    Wheels Reduce Friction

    This section explains how wheels reduce friction compared to sliding,...

  12. 9.6
    Fluid Friction

    Fluid friction is the resistance experienced by objects moving through gases...

  13. 9.7

    This section outlines key terms related to the principles of friction,...

  14. 9.8
    What You Have Learnt

    This section encapsulates key learning points about friction, its types,...

  15. 9.9

    This section provides exercises aimed at reinforcing the concepts of...

  16. 9.10
    Extended Learning — Activities And Projects

    This section discusses various activities and projects related to friction.

What we have learnt

  • Friction opposes the relative motion between two surfaces in contact.
  • Friction depends on the nature and smoothness of the surfaces.
  • Static friction is greater than sliding friction.

Key Concepts

Friction
A force that opposes the relative motion between two surfaces in contact.
Static Friction
The frictional force that must be overcome to initiate the movement of an object at rest.
Sliding Friction
The frictional force acting when an object is already in motion over another surface.
Rolling Friction
The resistance encountered when an object rolls over a surface, generally less than sliding friction.
Fluid Friction
The frictional force exerted by gases and liquids acting on objects moving through them.
Lubricants
Substances used to reduce friction between surfaces, allowing for smoother motion.
Drag
The frictional force acting on an object moving through a fluid.

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