It is difficult to open an inkpot with greasy or oily hands. Explain.
Answer
When the hands are oily, then the oil acts as a lubricant and reduces the friction. As the friction force is less, it is difficult to get a grip of the inkpot and it becomes difficult to open it.
Give an example to illustrate the existence of the force of friction.
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If we stop paddling our bicycle, it gradually slows down and ultimately it stops after traveling a certain distance. This is due to the frictional force between bicycle and ground.
Answer the following in detail. Why do all objects have a tendency to fall towards the centre of the earth?
Answer
Gravitational force exerted by the earth is very strong. This force attracts all objects on earth towards its centre. That is why all objects on earth have a tendency to fall towards the centre of the earth.