Static and Kinetic Friction vs Normal Reaction Graphing

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on determining the uncertainty for the slope of a static friction versus normal reaction graph, specifically addressing the user's uncertainty of +/- 0.0001 for both static friction and normal force measurements. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding how to measure normal force and static friction accurately to validate the reported uncertainty. The conversation highlights the need for clear methodologies in experimental setups to ensure reliable data representation in formal reports.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of static friction and normal force concepts
  • Familiarity with uncertainty measurement in experimental physics
  • Experience with graphing data and interpreting slopes
  • Knowledge of formal report writing in scientific contexts
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  • Research methods for measuring static friction accurately
  • Learn about calculating uncertainty in experimental data
  • Explore graphing techniques for representing uncertainty visually
  • Study formal report writing standards in scientific research
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Students in physics, researchers conducting experiments on friction, and anyone involved in writing formal scientific reports will benefit from this discussion.

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How do i suppose to determine the uncertainty for the slope of my Static friction against normal reaction graph?
My data for static friction and normal force has the uncertainty of +/- 0.0001
The uncertainty is too small for me to draw airbox/bar in the graph to draw the max and min slope.
Please do help me as this is my first time to write a formal report.
 
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How did you determine the uncertainty of +/- 0.0001 for both normal force and static friction? How did you measure the normal force? How did you measure the static friction? We need to know this in order to answer your question.
 

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