The main difference between sliding and rolling is the way an object moves. Sliding is when an object moves across a surface without rotating, while rolling is when an object moves while rotating on its axis.
Yes, the type of surface does affect the friction between sliding and rolling. For example, a rough surface will create more friction for both sliding and rolling, while a smooth surface will create less friction.
The weight of an object does impact the difference between sliding and rolling. Objects with greater weight will experience more friction and will be more likely to slide than objects with less weight. This is because the weight creates a greater force pushing down on the surface, increasing the friction.
It is generally easier to stop a sliding object than a rolling object. This is because a rolling object has both translational and rotational kinetic energy, while a sliding object only has translational kinetic energy. Therefore, more force is needed to stop a rolling object than a sliding object.
Some real-life examples of sliding include a person sliding down a slide, a car sliding on an icy road, and a hockey puck sliding on ice. Some real-life examples of rolling include a wheel rolling down a hill, a ball rolling across the floor, and a rolling suitcase.