What is the term used to describe the tendency of an object at rest to want to stay motionless?

A. inertia
B. static friction
C. surface tension
D. stiction


Answer: A

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same chemical and physical properties of regular soil.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. .1 B. .2 C. .3 D. .4

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