Question

What is the main reason people and bears slip and fall on ice, be careful when outside in the snow/ice.

Answer 1

Answer:

Both ice and snow have a lower coefficient of friction in comparison with grass, wood or pavement.

Explanation:

The main reason why people and bears, slip and fall on ice/snow is that both ice and snow have a lower coefficient of friction in comparison with grass, wood or pavement. We present below a comparative chart of coefficients of friction associated with different materials:

Material       Coefficient of Friction - Static                  

Ice/Snow                   0.05 - 0.3

Wood                          0.2 - 0.6

Asphalt                        0.5 - 0.7

Grass                            0.3 - 0.5