Friction ApplicationsMediumQuestion 5421
Question
The angle of friction λ and coefficient of friction μ are related by:
- Aμ = sinλ
- Bμ = cosλ
- Cμ = tanλCorrect
- Dμ = cotλ
Correct answer
μ = tanλ
Explanation
At the angle of friction λ: tanλ = friction/normal = μ.