Describe the factors that cause static friction between two surfaces to increase.

Asked by Dr. John Carmen 12 years ago 1/3/2013 2:48 AM

Last updated by anonymous 10 years ago 3/30/2015 10:54 PM

Answered by Dr. John Carmen 12 years ago 1/4/2013 10:46 PM

Friction can increase if the object is heavier, or the surface is rougher.

Answered by anonymous 10 years ago 3/30/2015 10:54 PM

Static friction depends on the roughness of the surfaces and the amount of outside force trying to push it along the surface