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Actually, contact surface area has absolutely nothing to do with friction. This is due to pressure that will equalize over any area. All that matters is the material of the two surfaces in contact.
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How does surface area affect friction?
more rough surface more friction object have
What types of surfaces create the most friction?
If both of the surfaces on which friction is to be created are very rough, the friction will be more. The more rough the surfaces more friction we have.
Do brakes on a car produce more or less friction?
they create more friction that's how they stop
Why kinetic friction is less than sliding friction?
there is more surface area contact with kinetic friction as opposed to sliding friction
Does a rough surface have a lot of friction?
Rough surfaces do create more friction than smooth surfaces. How much friction is created depends on how rough the surface is.
Which wheel of vehicle will have more friction one having wider tire and one having sleek tire?
Friction or grip if it's friction i think the tyre with the most contact with the road surface. If it's grip then the one with the tread
Why does the ground create more friction than ice?
because it is slippery and because of gravity
Why do surfaces that are rough produce more friction?
On rougher surfaces, the surface area is usually larger, meaning there is more to rub against therefore more friction is produced.
If you had a slippery floor would adding polish create more or less friction?
Polish would most likely smooth the surface creating less friction and making it more slippery.
Why do elbows cause more friction loss in ductwork?
Elbows cause more friction loss in ductwork because elbows create resistance in the natural flow pattern of the air stream
Why does a flat piece of paper fall slower than a crumbled piece of paper?
A flat piece of paper has a larger surface area, creating friction with the air, or more air resistance. There is more air surrounding the piece of paper, and this slows it down. A crumpled piece of paper has less surface area to create friction, meaning less air resistance. This causes it to fall faster.
Is a tornado or a hurricane more severe over a wide area?
A hurricane affects a much wider area while a tornado can cause more severe damage in a small area.
