6th Grade Science Mrs. Bryant Friction 6th Grade Science Mrs. Bryant
What is it? The force that slows motion between two surfaces that are in contact with each other.
Real life examples A baseball player diving into home plate. Tires on a car can roll freely Tennis shoes on the stairs versus slippers
Pros and cons Pros Cons 1. 2. 3. 4.
Sliding Friction When two solid surfaces slide against each other.
Rolling Friction When a circular object rolls freely over a surface.
Static Friction A force that stops the movement of two objects that are against each other and at rest.