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Factors Affecting Friction

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What is done to increase friction between the tyres and road?

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To increase friction between the tyres and road, tyres are treaded that is oblique inscisions are made to increase the surface area thus making it rough.This way a greater rate of friction is achieved. Please note that bald tyres are unsafe for motorists as they reduce friction leading to skidding and accidents.

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