Friction and Gravity

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What is friction?
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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object. It occurs when two surfaces come into contact.
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What are the four types of friction?
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The four types of friction are static friction, sliding (kinetic) friction, rolling friction, and fluid friction.
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What is static friction?
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Static friction is the frictional force that acts on an object that is not moving. It prevents the object from starting to move.
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What is sliding (kinetic) friction?
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Sliding friction, also known as kinetic friction, is the force that opposes the motion of two surfaces sliding past each other.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is rolling friction?
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Rolling friction is the force that opposes the motion of a rolling object, such as a wheel or ball.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is fluid friction?
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Fluid friction is the resistance encountered by an object moving through a fluid (liquid or gas). An example is oil between machine parts.
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What is gravity?
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Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other. It gives weight to physical objects and is responsible for the falling of objects.
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