Coefficient of kinetic friction of a block

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The coefficient of kinetic friction (Mk) of a block is primarily influenced by the materials in contact, confirming that option E is correct. Other factors such as normal force, surface area, mass of the block, and speed do not directly determine Mk. The discussion emphasizes that the composition of the two materials is the critical determinant of kinetic friction.

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Homework Statement


The coefficient of kinetic friction of a block depends on:
A. normal force.
B. surface area of the 2 materials
c. mass of block
d. speed of block
e. what the 2 materials are made of


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SInce friction of a block depends on what the 2 materials are made of then i believe the answer would be E since Mk is a type of friction
 
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landry said:
The coefficient of kinetic friction of a block depends on:
A. normal force.
B. surface area of the 2 materials
c. mass of block
d. speed of block
e. what the 2 materials are made of


SInce friction of a block depends on what the 2 materials are made of then i believe the answer would be E since Mk is a type of friction

Among the choices available, I'd agree that (e) is correct.
 

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