CONTENTS Friction Is Everywhere Look closely Friction Is Useful Friction Is Fun IO I2 14 16 Friction Can Increase safety Not All Friction Is the same Another Type of Friction Just How Much Too Much Friction Can Cause Problems Too Little Friction can 18 20 Cause Problems 22 Friction in Nature 24 26 28 Friction's Special Effects Friction’s Effects Are All Around Glossary For More Information 30 31 Index 32
FRICTION Is EVERYWHERE Friction is everywhere It is a force a push or pull that acts between two objects that are touching one another Friction slows or stops the movement between the surfaces of the objects that are touching 1E liding over snow is possible because wax on the skis reduces friction between the skis and the
What Is Friction?
We encounter friction in our lives every day--at home, in school, at work, and at play.
About This Book
By: Lisa Idzikowski
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Published by: Rosen Publishing provided by Britannica
