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What is the primary function of a lever?
What is the primary function of a lever?
A pulley is used to lower an object by pulling on one side of the rope.
A pulley is used to lower an object by pulling on one side of the rope.
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What are three examples of a wedge?
What are three examples of a wedge?
knives, axes, doorstops
A _________ is a flat surface that is positioned at an angle.
A _________ is a flat surface that is positioned at an angle.
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Which of the following describes a wheel and axle?
Which of the following describes a wheel and axle?
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Match the simple machines to their functions:
Match the simple machines to their functions:
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A screw is considered an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or cone.
A screw is considered an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or cone.
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What is meant by the term 'mechanical advantage'?
What is meant by the term 'mechanical advantage'?
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Study Notes
Simple Machines
- Lever: A rigid bar that rests on a pivot point (fulcrum). Applying force to one end creates a turning force (torque) at the fulcrum.
- Examples: Scissors, see-saw, crowbar.
- Wheel and Axle: A wheel that rotates around a central rod (axle). Applying force to the wheel causes the wheel and axle to rotate.
- Examples: Door knob, bicycle wheel.
- Pulley: A wheel with a groove that holds a rope or cable. Pulling on the rope causes the pulley to rotate, lifting the object attached to the other end.
- Examples: Lift hills.
- Inclined Plane: A flat surface at an angle. It makes it easier to move objects from a lower to a higher level.
- Examples: Ramps, stairs.
- Wedge: A sharp, triangular object used to split or separate objects.
- Examples: Knives, axes, doorstops.
- Screw: An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or cone. Used to hold things together or to lift heavy loads.
- Examples: Lightbulbs, jars, and drills.
Mechanical Advantage
- Mechanical Advantage: A machine increases the force applied to an object. When a machine turns a small input force into a larger output force, it gives a mechanical advantage.
- Formula: Mechanical Advantage = Output Force / Input Force.
- Example: Pulling a nail with a hammer. A small force on the hammer produces a much larger force on the nail.
Class 1 Levers
- Effort and load are on opposite sides of the fulcrum: Making the effort arm longer than the load arm make lifting easier.
- Examples: See-saw, crowbar, scissors
Class 2 Levers
- Fulcrum is between the effort and the load: Making the load arm shorter than the effort arm makes lifting easier.
- Examples: Wheelbarrow, nutcrackers.
Class 3 Levers
- Effort is between the fulcrum and load: Making the effort arm shorter than the load arm makes lifting easier to move quickly but gives less force.
- Examples: Fishing rod, tweezers.
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Test your knowledge on the six simple machines: lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, and screw. This quiz includes definitions and real-life examples to help you understand the principles behind each machine. Perfect for students learning about mechanics and physics.
