Friction & Circular Motion Flashcards
1
Q
What is static friction?
A
Friction that prevents an object from moving.
2
Q
What is sliding friction?
A
Friction between two surfaces sliding past each other.
3
Q
What is rolling friction?
A
Friction that occurs when a round object rolls over a surface.
4
Q
What is fluid friction?
A
Friction that occurs when an object moves through a fluid (air or water).
5
Q
Define centripetal acceleration.
A
Acceleration that points toward the center of the circular path.
6
Q
What is uniform circular motion?
A
Motion at a constant speed along a circular path.
