Question

Name the lubricant used to overcome friction

Answer 1

The substances which reduce friction are called as Lubricants.

---> Oil, grease, Fine powder and graphite are lubricants.

--->The apply of lubricants to a machine is called ad Lubrication.

--->A lubricant like oil reduces friction by helping the  surfaces slide over each other smoothly.

--> Thus, Friction can be reduced  by Lubrication.

For example A bicycle mechanic and motor mechanic uses grease between the moving parts of those machines to reduce friction and increase efficiency.