Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
Frictionless refers to a situation where there is no resistance or opposition to motion between two surfaces. It means that there are no forces acting against the direction of motion, allowing objects to move smoothly without any loss of energy.