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Sliding force resisting the relative lateral (tangential) motion of solid surfaces, fluid layers, or material elements in contact.
The force that resists the relative lateral (tangential) motion of solid surfaces, fluid layers, or other materials in contact.

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A definition or brief description of Friction (science).

The force that resists the relative lateral (tangential) motion of solid surfaces, fluid layers, or other materials in contact.