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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ755184
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-May
Pages: 4
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
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A Simple Measurement of the Sliding Friction Coefficient
Gratton, Luigi M.; Defrancesco, Silvia
Physics Education, v41 n3 p232-235 May 2006
We present a simple computer-aided experiment for investigating Coulomb's law of sliding friction in a classroom. It provides a way of testing the possible dependence of the friction coefficient on various parameters, such as types of materials, normal force, apparent area of contact and sliding velocity.
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Physics, Science Experiments, Secondary School Science, Science Instruction, Mechanics (Physics)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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