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Frictional force

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Frictional Force**: - Frictional force is defined as a force that opposes the relative motion of two surfaces in contact. 2. **Nature of Frictional Force**: - It is a contact force, meaning it only acts when two surfaces are in direct contact with each other. ...
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