Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The coefficient of kinetic friction is a value that represents the amount of force required to keep two surfaces sliding against each other at a constant velocity.
Related terms
Frictional Force: The force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.
Drag Force: A resistive force experienced by objects moving through fluids (like air or water).
Rolling Resistance: The resistive force encountered when an object rolls over a surface.