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The 79 pages that link to Friction, each with the reason it gives.

• Linear motionRelated: It can slow or prevent linear motion between contacting surfaces.

• Playground slideRelated: It slows sliding and depends on the surfaces and clothing involved.

• Rocking horseRelated: Contact between the rockers and floor dissipates energy and limits continued rocking.

• TetherballRelated: Contact with the pole and rope affects how readily the rope winds and holds.

• Bumper carsRelated: Tire friction lets drivers steer and helps collisions slow the cars.

• Exercise ballRelated: Contact friction between the ball, floor, and body affects rolling and exercise control.

• Fidget spinnerRelated: Friction in the bearing and surrounding air drains the spinner’s rotational energy.

• Granular packingRelated: Intergrain friction changes which arrangements are stable and how densely grains settle.

• HairbrushRelated: Friction between bristles and hair lets strokes smooth and reposition strands.

• Hula hoopRelated: Friction between hoop and body helps transfer motion, while air resistance gradually slows the hoop.

• Screw mechanismRelated: Thread friction reduces efficiency while helping some screw mechanisms hold their position.

• Titanium nitrideRelated: TiN’s frictional behavior affects heat generation and performance in coated contacts.

• Toy blockRelated: Friction between block faces helps stacked pieces remain in place.