Magic School Bus Plays Ball

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What is friction?

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A force caused by things rubbing together.

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What effect does friction have on an object?

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Slows down and stops it.

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True or False: Friction slows down or stops every motion on earth.

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True

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Without friction, objects would...

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Continue to move until it hits another object.

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Why would it be impossible to play baseball if there were no friction?

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Nothing would ever slow down or stop moving.

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What is an example of friction in everyday life?

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Rubbing your hands together to create warmth.

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What happens to a ball when it rolls on grass?

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Friction slows it down.

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What is the role of friction in sports?

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It helps players grip the ball and the ground.

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How does friction affect a sliding object?

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It slows the object down until it stops.

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What can increase friction between two surfaces?

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Adding weight or using rough surfaces.