Why does a moving ball slow down on the surface of Earth? [1 MARK]

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Reason : 1 Mark

A moving ball slows down because the surface on which it is moving is in contact with it and applies frictional force opposite to the direction of its motion.

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Why does a moving ball slow down on the surface of Earth? [1 MARK]

Reason : 1 Mark A moving ball slows down because the surface on which it is moving is in contact with it and applies frictional force opposite to the direction of its motion.

Reason : 1 Mark

A moving ball slows down because the surface on which it is moving is in contact with it and applies frictional force opposite to the direction of its motion.