Question

Q.9 Explain why sliding friction is less than static friction​

Answer 1

Answer:

Sliding friction is weaker than static friction. That's why it's easier to slide a piece of furniture over the floor after you start it moving than it is to get it moving in the first place.

Answer 2

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• The friction between the two surfaces is because of the interlocking of the irregularities of the two surfaces.

• During sliding, contact points do not get enough time to get interlocked properly. Therefore, less friction.

• But, when the object is at rest, the surfaces interlock well, therefore friction is more.

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