Coefficient of friction (mu): A dimensionless ratio of the friction force to the normal force. Static mu_s is typically greater than kinetic mu_k.
How to apply it: Use the coefficient of friction to compare surfaces and predict motion on inclined planes.
Course: AP Physics 1 · Unit: Dynamics
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