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John throws a volleyball in the air. In air, what type of friction is acting on the ball?

A

Static friction

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Sliding friction

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C

Fluid friction

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Rolling friction

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Solution

The correct option is C Fluid friction
Frictional force is acting on moving objects through fluids (liquids and gases) is called fluid friction or drag. This force acts opposite to the motion of any object moving through the fluid. Hence, when a volleyball is thrown in the air, air drag is acting on the ball causing the ball to slow down.

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