Key term for AQA GCSE Physics, used in Forces and Motion.
The force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact, such as between tyres and the road or brake pads and discs.
Friction appears in AQA GCSE Physics revision content for Forces, especially Forces and Motion and Factors affecting braking distance 1.
Forces
Forces and Motion • Factors affecting braking distance 1
Forces
Work and Energy Transfer • Work done and energy transfer
Energy
Energy Changes and Storage • Energy stores and systems
Forces
Forces and Interactions • Contact and non-contact forces
Electricity
Static Electricity • Static charge
Energy
Conservation and Dissipation • Energy transfers in a system
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