friction force
[ˈfrɪkʃən fɔːrs]
nounpl: friction forces
força de atrito
1. The force that opposes the relative motion or tendency of motion between two surfaces in contact
The friction force between the tires and the road keeps the car from skidding.
A força de atrito entre os pneus e a estrada evita que o carro derrape.
2. In physics, the resistive force that acts tangentially to surfaces that are in contact
Friction force increases with the normal force applied perpendicular to the surface.
A força de atrito aumenta com a força normal aplicada perpendicular à superfície.
3. The component of force that acts to resist sliding or movement between two objects
Without friction force, we would not be able to walk or grip objects.
Sem a força de atrito, não poderíamos caminhar nem segurar objetos.
The term 'força de atrito' is used uniformly across all Portuguese-speaking regions in physics and engineering contexts. It is a technical term taught in schools and universities, with no significant regional variations or colloquial alternatives. The concept is fundamental to physics education in both Brazil and Portugal.
Related Idioms & Phrases
reduce friction force - reduzir a força de atrito
overcome friction force - superar a força de atrito
friction force acts opposite to motion - a força de atrito age em sentido oposto ao movimento
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