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When you push a shopping cart the friction that is opposing the motion is called?

When you push a shopping cart, the friction that opposes the motion is called static friction if the cart is stationary or kinetic friction if it's already in motion. Static friction acts to prevent the cart from moving, while kinetic friction acts against the motion once it starts rolling. Both types of friction arise from the interactions between the cart's wheels and the surface it moves on.


Is rolling friction greater than sliding friction?

Typically not. However rolling friction is somewhat of a myth. Rolling friction is actually caused by static friction. There are really only two types of friction: Static and Kinetic. That's it! Rolling friction is caused by static friction and the coefficient of friction (which determines its strength) is dependent upon the two materials of interaction.


Which surface friction is the highest carpet plastic wood marble?

carpet has the most fictionThis cannot be answered really. Friction requires 2 surfaces in contact with each other . Rubber on Wood, has a high coefficient of friction, but plastic on wood has a low coefficient of friction. You must state , the make of the material you are going to use to slide over the Carpet, or Plastic, or Wood. Also , different types of carpet or plastic or wood will have very different friction coefficients. Example Nylon carpet is very easy to slide things along, but wool or cotton carpet is a very different story. There are many types of plastic which are rubbery in nature and they offer a lot of frictional resistance.


What forces slow you down while sliding on snow?

FRICTION


When a body slides over a surface the kinetic friction and static friction related as?

Kinetic friction is the friction that applies when an object is moving; static friction is the friction that applies when the object is not moving. Static friction must always be greater than, or equal to, kinetic friction.

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What kinds of friction are used when surfing?

Everyone's asking this. I'm pretty sure its fluid. Your over a water that fluid. Sliding friction, technically no because fluid is more specific. Static, why would you consider that. If you're surfing assume that water is moving so, yeah. And rolling. We'll you don't have wheels on your surfboard do you?


What are the 2kinds of friction?

The two types of friction are static friction and kinetic friction. Static friction occurs when two surfaces are at rest relative to each other, while kinetic friction occurs when two surfaces are in motion relative to each other.


How is fluid friction related to surfing?

Fluid friction, also known as drag, plays a critical role in surfing as it affects the resistance the surfboard experiences while moving through the water. Surfers use techniques to minimize fluid friction, such as positioning themselves on the wave to reduce drag and increase speed. Understanding fluid dynamics helps surfers optimize their performance by navigating the ocean more efficiently.


List the two types of friction and give an example of each?

The two types of friction are static friction and kinetic friction. Static friction occurs when two surfaces are in contact but not moving relative to each other, while kinetic friction occurs when two surfaces are in contact and are moving relative to each other. An example of static friction is pushing a heavy box that is initially at rest, while an example of kinetic friction is dragging that same box once it is in motion.


Does friction only occur on earth?

Friction occurs between two surfaces in contact with each other. While friction is commonly experienced on Earth due to the presence of solid surfaces, it can also occur in other environments, such as in space where interactions between objects can create friction.


The two types of frictional forces that act to prevent or slow motion are?

Static friction and kinetic friction are the two types of frictional forces that act to prevent or slow down motion. Static friction occurs when an object is at rest, while kinetic friction occurs when the object is in motion. Both types of friction oppose the relative motion of two surfaces in contact.


What types of friction occur while you ride a bike through a puddle?

You would experience fluid friction and rolling friction, and since you are not likely to be completely submerged, air resistance.


What are the the types of frictional force acting on us while runnning?

The main types of frictional forces acting on us while running are static friction and kinetic friction. Static friction occurs when your foot is in contact with the ground and prevents slipping. Kinetic friction occurs when your foot is sliding against the ground as you push off during each stride.


What are the Various types of floats experienced by a firm while managing cash?

hehehe i dont know...... -007$$


Why is it rude to drop in on someone while surfing?

It's rude to drop in on someone while surfing because it can cause surfers to cross paths. The person that does that will be known in the surfing community for that can of behavior and become an outcast.


What accounts for the difference between starting friction and sliding friction?

Starting friction (also known as static friction) occurs when an object is stationary and resists being set in motion, while sliding friction (also known as kinetic friction) occurs when an object is already in motion and resists movement. The difference between the two types of friction is due to the static friction being stronger than kinetic friction. Static friction can be overcome by an external force to initiate motion, while kinetic friction opposes the motion of an object already in motion.


Where do you get strong ice types?

Catch a Seel on route 226 & 230 (while surfing). It evolves at level 34 into Dewgong. Catch Articuno. Catch Regice.