Homework Help: Physics (simple stuff)

Posted by drago on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at 12:06am.

. Does the force of friction depend on the area of the sliding surface?

What is larger, static friction or sliding friction when an object is stationary?

Why sand is placed on icy streets and sidewalks? )something to do with friction)

how could you reduce sliding friction

Physics (simple stuff) - Damon, Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at 12:36am
Please try to answer yourself first. I am sure you know these answers. What is lubricating oil for example?

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