different examples of where friction is not wanted?

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different examples of where friction is not wanted?

what are different examples of where i should reduce friction and how would you reduce it

2007-03-25 08:37:54 · 3 answers · asked by chris_as24 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

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When you are skiing or snowboarding friction slows you down, so what do you do? Wax your skis!

2007-03-25 08:52:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋

For example when you try to push a very heavy box, friction would make more difficult to push the box. A way to reduce friction in this example is to use a platform with wheels.

2007-03-25 15:52:17 · answer #2 · answered by mrs.spencywells 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋

In an engine friction hurts fuel consumption. Reduce by changing oil.

2007-03-25 15:41:16 · answer #3 · answered by nh2sma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋