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Friction — Science STD 8 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceFriction4 Marks
Question
State two advantages and two disadvantages of friction.
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Answer

Disadvantages of Friction:
$i.$ Friction always opposes he motion.
$ii.$ Friction causes wearing and tearing.
Advantages of Friction:
$i.$ Friction help us to walk.
$ii.$ A horse can’t pull a cart without friction.

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