Static Friction
Static Friction: Overview
In this topic, we observe another type of frictional force called static friction. It is explained with visual examples. We will learn that static friction comes into play when one body rests on the surface of another.
Important Questions on Static Friction



How many types of friction are there? Explain each of them.


Explain static friction and sliding friction on the basis of limiting value.

The limiting value of static friction is always greater than _____ friction.

The limiting value of static friction is always greater than sliding friction.


Limiting value of the static friction is the value of friction when the body is just about to move.

The maximum magnitude of static frictional force does not depend on how an object is kept on a surface.

Give examples of practical application of static friction.

The limiting friction depends on the _____ of surfaces in contact with each other.

Find the maximum value of in the situation shown in figure so that the system remains at rest. Friction coefficient of both the contact is string is massless and pulley is frictionless.

Match the following
Column I | Column II |
a) Barometer | reduce friction |
b) Increase friction | atmospheric pressure |
c) Decrease friction | cause of friction |
d) Lubricants | increasing area of contact |
e) Irregular surface | decreasing area of contact |

Match the following
Column I | Column II |
a) Static friction | viscosity |
b) Kinetic friction | least friction |
c) Rolling friction | objects are in motion |
d) Friction between the liquid layers | objects are sliding |
e) Sliding friction | objects are at rest |

Arrange the following in the increasing order:
Let a marble roll on the following surfaces. Arrange the choice of the material such that a marble moving over it covers a greater distance. Cotton cloth, glass plate, paper, cardboard, silver plate.

The heavier the object, the _____ (greater/lesser) is the friction.

It is difficult to walk on the marble floor when soap water is spilt over it because soap water _____ friction. (increases/decreases)

If then what will be frictional force (shear force) acting between the block and inclined plane when .
