meaning of greek symbols

moondawg

1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data

What does [tex]\mu[/tex] represent?
2. Relevant equations
f=[tex]\mu[/tex]N

3. The attempt at a solution
I understand it is a coefficient but I don't understand what it stands for especially when being applied to Free Body Diagrams. Explain please?!

pongo38

Could be coefficient of friction, the ratio of frictional force (f) to normal reaction (N)?

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moondawg	meaning of greek symbols Tweet 1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data What does [tex]\mu[/tex] represent? 2. Relevant equations f=[tex]\mu[/tex]N 3. The attempt at a solution I understand it is a coefficient but I don't understand what it stands for especially when being applied to Free Body Diagrams. Explain please?!

pongo38	Could be coefficient of friction, the ratio of frictional force (f) to normal reaction (N)?