A | B |
Friction | a force that works in the opposite direction of intended motion |
adhesive | a substance that increases friction |
lubricant | a substance that reduces friction |
static friction | force that must be overcome to begin moving |
dynamic friction | force resisting motion in a moving body |
normal force | a force perpendicular to the surface |
free body diagram | illustration of all forces acting on an object |
sliding friction | friction between two flat surfaces |
rolling friction | friction between one or more rounded surfaces |
coefficient of friction | the force of friction divided by the normal force |
ยต | Greek letter mu, represents the coefficient of friciton |
entropy | wasted energy, usually in the form of heat |
weight formula | mass x gravity |
dynamic | moving |