About the course

What prevents a parked car from rolling down a hill? How do objects relate to each other in space? Learn about the integral elements of normal force, and get a primer on friction forces. Get to know the three types of friction forces and how they differ from each other.

Magnets, electricity, force, and friction - master the crucial concepts of Forces and Interactions!

Project

Basic math and geometry

Course overview

Normal Force

Students will understand how normal force counteracts gravity and propels objects down slopes.

Introduction to friction

Students will understand how friction acts as a force and how it is determined by weight and surface.

Static Friction vs Kinetic Friction

Students will learn to identify the difference between static and kinetic friction.

Quiz

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Tags:

Friction
Friction Forces
Gravity
Physics
Science

Recommended Materials

Blocks
Sandpaper
Sloped surfaces
Spring scale

Instructor

Max S.

Physics Enthusiast and Scholar

Max is a physics enthusiast and rising senior at Rutgers University. Academically, he is most intrigued by the intuitive and approachable nature of forces and mechanics. Outside of physics, Max likes to stay active and follow sports.

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