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The plastic or fiberglass has a lower coefficient of friction.

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Why can you slide down a slide faster when you sit on a plastic of fiberglass mat?

The idea here is that friction is reduced.


Why do you slide down a slide faster with a plastic slide?

There is usually less friction from a smooth plastic mat than between clothing and the slide, but it depends on the material. Most dry cotton fabrics will slide fairly easily.On *water slides* these mats are used because bare skin will not slide very smoothly compared to non-porous materials.


Why is plastic used in loft insulation?

Plastic. fiberglass. ceramic. cork, eider down is not the insulation... the insulation is the dead air in the small cells plastic is combustible, glass is not fiberglass is a better choice for habitable areas


Does paper break down faster than plastic?

yes paper breaks down faster than plastic


How can you slide down the slide faster?

Make the slide steeper Furniture polish on the slide will speed it up.


What makes a slide faster to slide down?

for a water slide pull down your swimsuit by your but. Furniture polish on the slide, sitting on a mat or lycra trousers.


How do you make Aluminum foil slide faster than a child sliding down a slide?

Attach a rocket to it.


What would happen if you slide down a slide with water on it?

youd go faster, but the slide would get sticky after a while and would give someone a wedgie or pull their pants down!


How is animal transport better than human portage?

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How will a hot wheel car go faster down a wet ramp then a dry ramp?

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Does metal or plastic transfer heat faster?

When you put metal in water it cools down quick. When you put plastic in the microwave, you're in for a big problem....Plastic is the answer.


What kind of toy is Slip and Slide?

A Slip N Slide is an outdoor water toy for children. It is a long sheet of plastic that becomes slippery when wet. After wetting the toy with a garden hose, children can then slide down the plastic sheet. The original Slip N Slide was created by Wham-O.