FRICTION

Front

What is the force that resists the motion of two surfaces that are touching?

Back

friction

Front

A person skiing down a hill is an example of ______________ friction.

Back

sliding

Front

How can you reduce the amount of friction between 2 objects?

Back

Reduce the amount of contact between the two surfaces.

Front

A person using a parachute is an example of ______________ friction.

Back

fluid

Front

An object's ability to resist a change in motion.

Back

inertia

Front

An object that is not moving is an example of _____________ friction.

Back

static

Front

Why is it easier to roll an object than it is to slide it?

Back

less surface area

Front

Which type of force is always acting in the opposite direction of an object's motion?

Back

air resistance

Front

When friction is increased an object's speed _______________.

Back

decreases