Class 11 Physics simulations · Laws of Motion

Forces and friction

Push a block and see when the applied force overcomes friction.

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What to notice

The block stays still until the applied force exceeds the maximum friction shown.

Key relation

Fₙₑₜ = ma

Try this

Increase the mass without changing the applied force. Does it still move?

What you can change

• Block mass: 2 to 15 kg
• Applied force: 0 to 100 N
• Friction coefficient: 0 to 0.8

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