The discussion revolves around the concept of friction and its units, specifically questioning whether friction itself has units and how it relates to the coefficient of friction.
The discussion is progressing with participants confirming that the force of friction has units, specifically Newtons, while clarifying the distinction between the coefficient of friction and the force itself.
There is a focus on understanding the definitions and relationships between different concepts related to friction, with some participants questioning assumptions about what is meant by "friction." The context of homework constraints is implied but not explicitly stated.
What do you mean by "friction itself"? The force of friction certainly has units, just like any other force.AirHendrix said:I know the coefficient which is "Mew" U, has no units whatsoever but I just wanted to know if friction itself had units.
The same units as any other force.AirHendrix said:^ What units would the force of friction have?
Doc Al said:The same units as any other force.
Exactly.AirHendrix said:So Newtons then?