Question

Fill in the blanks.

1. Friction opposes the __________ between the surfaces in contact with each other.
2. Friction depends on the __________ of surfaces.
3. Friction produces __________.
4. Sprinkling of powder on the carrom board __________ friction.
5. Sliding friction is __________ than the static friction.

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Answer 1

1. Friction opposes the relative motion between the surfaces in contact with each other.
2. Friction depends on the nature of surfaces.
3. Friction produces heat.
4. Sprinkling of powder on the carrom board reduces friction.
5. Sliding friction is lesser than the static friction.

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