Frictional force acts between two bodies even when they are not in contact.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B. False
Friction is a contact force. Hence, it is necessary for two bodies to be in contact for the friction to act on them. Therefore, no frictional force acts between the two bodies unless they are in contact with each other.

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Friction can act between two bodies even when they are not in contact.

Which of the following is/are true about the frictional force?

1. It acts between all moving objects.

2. It always opposes relative motion between two objects.

3. It is a contact force.

4. It is a non- contact force.

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