Question

identifying types of friction
identify the type of friction acting in each scenario.
a surfer rides an ocean wave.
a bowling ball travels down a bowling lane.
a baseball flies through the air.
a hose rests on the edge of a truck.

Explanation:

1. For the surfer and ocean wave: This is friction between a solid object and a liquid, defined as fluid friction (specifically wet friction).
2. For the bowling ball on the lane: The ball is sliding across a solid surface while in motion, so this is sliding friction.
3. For the baseball in air: This is friction between a solid object and a gas (air), a form of fluid friction called air resistance.
4. For the hose on the truck: The hose is stationary on a solid surface, with no relative motion, so this is static friction.

Answer:

A surfer rides an ocean wave. Fluid Friction (Wet Friction)
A bowling ball travels down a bowling lane. Sliding Friction
A baseball flies through the air. Fluid Friction (Air Resistance)
A hose rests on the edge of a truck. Static Friction