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Why do tyres of motor vehicles have patterns of grooves or ‘treads’? What would happen if tyres were smooth?

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Tyres of motor vehicles have patterns of grooves or ‘treads’ to increase the friction force acting between the tyres and the ground.

If tyres are smooth, there are chances that the vehicle will slip after applying the brakes.

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