frictional

adjective (frictional) — (science)

«frictional» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(science) Caused by or to do with friction, the force that slows things when surfaces rub together. tree →

In the lessons

In science lessons on forces: «frictional force» acts against movement; rough surfaces give more friction. Brakes, shoe grips and tyres use frictional forces. Frictional heat warms your hands when you rub them.

Examples

Frictional force slows the toy car on the carpet. tree →
Rubbing your hands makes frictional heat. tree →
Brakes use frictional forces to stop a bike. tree →
The ice has less frictional force than the road. tree →
Draw an arrow for the frictional force. tree →
Frictional forces wear down shoe soles. tree →

Note

Technical word. Noun: friction. Frictional force acts opposite to the direction of motion.

On Mova

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