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The coefficient of friction is dimensionless; it has no units.

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The coefficient of friction is a dimensionless quantity. It has no units.

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Friction is a force, which is measured in newtons. However, what is often quoted is the coefficient of friction, defined as friction/load, which is dimensionless and thus has no units.

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