In which of the following situations is friction not useful?

A.

Operation of a grinding machine

B.

Walking

C.

Application of brakes

D.

Moving piston in a sleeve

Correct answer is D

 friction, force that resists the sliding or rolling of one solid object over another.

Examples of friction in our daily life

  • Driving of a a vehicle on a surface.
  • Applying brakes to stop a moving vehicle.
  • Skating.
  • Walking on the road.