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Friction

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is friction?

a)

A type of force that occurs when two objects are attracted to each other due to their magnetic properties

b)

The resistance experienced by an object when it moves through a vacuum

c)

A process in which two objects come into contact and exchange electrons, resulting in the generation of static electricity.

d)

The force that opposes the relative motion or tendency of motion between two surfaces in contact

2.

How does friction affect the motion of an object?

a)

Friction increases the speed of the object

b)

Friction has no effect on the motion of an object

c)

Friction decreases the speed of the object

d)

Friction changes the direction of the object's motion

3.

What is NOT a way to decrease friction?

a)

Using vaseline to make a Rubik's cube turn faster

b)

Using magnetic forces to lift a maglev train above its rails

c)

Applying sand onto someone's hands to increase grip

d)

Using pencils to move the object faster

4.

Which action increases friction?

a)

Using oil to lubricate the surfaces

b)

Using air pressure to separate the surfaces

c)

Using card paper instead of normal A4 paper as a surface

d)

Using magnetic forces to repel the surfaces

5.

Which surface would increase friction the most?

a)

Sand paper

b)

Foam

c)

A4 Paper

d)

Plastic wrapping

6.

How can friction be reduced in a mechanical system?

a)

By increasing the weight of the objects in contact

b)

By increasing the surface area of the objects in contact

c)

By applying a lubricant to the surfaces in contact

d)

By increasing the speed of the objects in contact

7.

What is the primary purpose of lubricants in reducing friction between two surfaces?

a)

Lubricants increase the weight of the objects, thereby reducing friction.

b)

Lubricants alter the color of the surfaces, reducing friction.

c)

Lubricants change the shape of the surfaces, reducing friction.

d)

Lubricants create a thin layer between surfaces, reducing friction by minimizing direct contact.

8.

The (a)   of contact of the surfaces does not affect the magnitude of friction

9.

Ancient Egyptians used rolling (a)   to move heavy stones more easily

10.

What effect does the absence of friction have on the movement of objects?

a)

Objects move faster without friction

b)

Objects move slower without friction

c)

Objects stop moving without friction

d)

Objects change direction without friction

11.

If friction suddenly ceased to exist in the world, which of the following consequences would be likely to occur?

a)

Improved performance in sports and physical activities.

b)

Enhanced efficiency in transportation and reduced fuel consumption

c)

Increased ability to control and move vehicles or machinery

d)


Increased difficulty in walking or sitting