Force, Pressure, and Friction · Physical Science

Friction: A Necessary Evil

Investigating the causes of friction and its role in daily activities and mechanical efficiency.

Key Questions

  1. 1What causes some surfaces to be more slippery than others at a microscopic level?
  2. 2How do we know when friction is helping us versus when it is hindering us?
  3. 3What would happen to transportation if friction suddenly ceased to exist?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Friction - Class 8
Class: Class 8
Subject: Science (EVS K-5)
Unit: Force, Pressure, and Friction
Period: Physical Science

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