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Why our hands slip on oily surfaces more than they do on dry surfaces?

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To understand why our hands slip on oily surfaces more than they do on dry surfaces, we can break down the explanation into several steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Surface Irregularities**: - Surfaces are not perfectly smooth; they have tiny bumps and grooves known as irregularities. These irregularities play a crucial role in how objects interact with each other. 2. **Friction and Surface Interaction**: ...
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