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Friction as a Force — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 4 · Science

What Friction as a Force covers in ICSE Class 4 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 4 Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 4 Science · 2026-27

Topics in Friction as a Force

1

What is Friction?

  • Friction is a force that acts between two surfaces that are touching and moving or trying to move.
  • It always acts in the opposite direction to the motion.
  • Friction slows down or stops moving objects.
2

Uses of Friction

  • We can walk because of friction between our feet and the ground.
  • We can hold things in our hands due to friction.
  • Vehicles move safely on roads because of friction between tyres and the road.
3

Harmful Effects of Friction

  • Friction produces heat, which can damage machines.
  • It causes wear and tear of moving parts in machines.
  • It wastes energy by reducing the efficiency of machines.
4

Reducing Friction

  • Friction can be reduced by making surfaces smoother.
  • Polishing surfaces reduces friction.
  • Adding lubricants like oil or grease reduces friction between moving parts.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Friction

Definition of FrictionFactors Affecting FrictionUses of FrictionHarmful Effects of FrictionReducing Friction

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Key topics in Friction as a Force include What is Friction?, Uses of Friction, Harmful Effects of Friction, Reducing Friction. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
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