What factors that affecting friction?

Answer 1

Friction actually depends on the roughness or smoothness of the surfaces of the object. Even some smooth objects that we usually see everyday (ex. glass, mirrorr,etc.) aren't that smooth when magnified by strong microscopes. They still have rough surfaces therefore they can also have friction.

Factors that affect friction:

1.) Adhesion

2.) Surface roughness

3.)The area of an object which is in contact with the surface. The larger the surface in contact, the greater friction.

4.)The texture of the surface and/or the object. The rougher/more uneven the surface/object, the greater the friction.

5.) The weight on the surface. The larger the weight, the greater the friction

6.)The angle of the surface. The greater the angle of the surface, the greater the friction.

Answer 2

Factors affecting friction include the types of materials in contact, the roughness of the surfaces, the amount of force pressing the surfaces together, and the presence of lubricants. Smooth surfaces and low forces generally result in lower friction, while rough surfaces and higher forces lead to higher friction. Lubricants can reduce friction by creating a slippery barrier between the surfaces.