Q. On which of the following factors does the force of friction depend upon :
  1. Weight of the body
  2. Nature of the surface
  3. Area of the surfaces in contact
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer: Only 1 and 2
Notes: The force which opposes the motion of one body over the other is called the force of friction.
  1. On a horizontal surface, the force of friction is directly proportional to the weight of the body which moves.
  2. The force of friction depends upon the nature of surface in contact.
  3. The force of friction doesn't depend upon the area of the surfaces in contact.

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