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Which of the following is an example of a simple machine?
Which of the following is an example of a simple machine?
- Bottle opener (correct)
- Car
- Computer
- Refrigerator
An ideal machine has an efficiency greater than 1.
An ideal machine has an efficiency greater than 1.
False (B)
What is the force applied to make a machine work called?
What is the force applied to make a machine work called?
effort
The efficiency of a machine is calculated using the formula: Efficiency = Useful work done/Work done on the machine by the ______
The efficiency of a machine is calculated using the formula: Efficiency = Useful work done/Work done on the machine by the ______
Match the following simple machines with their uses:
Match the following simple machines with their uses:
What is the mechanical advantage (MA) of a lever when the load arm is longer than the effort arm?
What is the mechanical advantage (MA) of a lever when the load arm is longer than the effort arm?
In a Class II lever, the effort is located between the load and the fulcrum.
In a Class II lever, the effort is located between the load and the fulcrum.
What does the formula $ MA = \frac{Load}{Effort} $ represent in the context of levers?
What does the formula $ MA = \frac{Load}{Effort} $ represent in the context of levers?
The distance from the fulcrum to the effort is called the ______ arm.
The distance from the fulcrum to the effort is called the ______ arm.
Match the class of lever with its description:
Match the class of lever with its description:
What is the SI unit for both work and energy?
What is the SI unit for both work and energy?
A machine increases the amount of energy required to do work.
A machine increases the amount of energy required to do work.
What is the formula for calculating work done?
What is the formula for calculating work done?
A _____ is a device used to pry open a tight lid.
A _____ is a device used to pry open a tight lid.
Match the following objects with their uses:
Match the following objects with their uses:
Which of the following is an example of a Class I lever?
Which of the following is an example of a Class I lever?
The mechanical advantage of Class II levers is always less than 1.
The mechanical advantage of Class II levers is always less than 1.
Name one device that functions as a Class II lever.
Name one device that functions as a Class II lever.
In Class I levers, the __ is located between the load and the effort.
In Class I levers, the __ is located between the load and the effort.
Match the following types of levers with their characteristics:
Match the following types of levers with their characteristics:
Which of the following is NOT considered a simple machine?
Which of the following is NOT considered a simple machine?
It is considered work when a force is applied but there is no movement.
It is considered work when a force is applied but there is no movement.
What is the term used to describe the factor by which a machine multiplies the applied force?
What is the term used to describe the factor by which a machine multiplies the applied force?
A __________ is a type of simple machine that consists of a flat surface that is tilted to help raise or lower objects.
A __________ is a type of simple machine that consists of a flat surface that is tilted to help raise or lower objects.
Match each simple machine with its primary function:
Match each simple machine with its primary function:
What is the primary function of a lever?
What is the primary function of a lever?
A simple machine can apply a force at any angle regardless of the direction of the effort.
A simple machine can apply a force at any angle regardless of the direction of the effort.
What is the efficiency of an actual machine that has 80% efficiency?
What is the efficiency of an actual machine that has 80% efficiency?
A _______ is an example of a simple machine that changes the direction of the applied force.
A _______ is an example of a simple machine that changes the direction of the applied force.
Match the simple machine with its function:
Match the simple machine with its function:
Which of the following statements about simple machines is true?
Which of the following statements about simple machines is true?
The work output of a machine is always greater than the work input due to ideal conditions.
The work output of a machine is always greater than the work input due to ideal conditions.
Provide an example of a machine that uses a wheel and axle.
Provide an example of a machine that uses a wheel and axle.
Which of the following statements is true about class III levers?
Which of the following statements is true about class III levers?
Class III levers provide a mechanical advantage greater than 1.
Class III levers provide a mechanical advantage greater than 1.
Name one example of a class III lever.
Name one example of a class III lever.
In class III levers, the fulcrum is located at the ______ end.
In class III levers, the fulcrum is located at the ______ end.
Match the following examples with their classification:
Match the following examples with their classification:
What is the main purpose of a screw?
What is the main purpose of a screw?
A wedge is formed by putting two inclined planes together and has a sharp edge.
A wedge is formed by putting two inclined planes together and has a sharp edge.
What is an inclined plane commonly used for?
What is an inclined plane commonly used for?
A __________ is a tool used for tilling land.
A __________ is a tool used for tilling land.
Match the following simple machines with their primary uses:
Match the following simple machines with their primary uses:
What is the primary advantage of using a wheel and axle over using sliding mechanisms?
What is the primary advantage of using a wheel and axle over using sliding mechanisms?
A pulley can help move a load by applying effort directly upwards.
A pulley can help move a load by applying effort directly upwards.
What mechanical advantage does an inclined plane provide when lifting a load?
What mechanical advantage does an inclined plane provide when lifting a load?
Which class of lever has the fulcrum located between the load and the effort?
Which class of lever has the fulcrum located between the load and the effort?
A wheel and axle reduces ______ because rolling friction is less than sliding friction.
A wheel and axle reduces ______ because rolling friction is less than sliding friction.
In a Class II lever, the load is always located at the opposite side of the effort.
In a Class II lever, the load is always located at the opposite side of the effort.
Match the following simple machines with their functions:
Match the following simple machines with their functions:
What is the mechanical advantage of an ideal pulley?
What is the mechanical advantage of an ideal pulley?
A Class III lever has the ______ between the fulcrum and the load.
A Class III lever has the ______ between the fulcrum and the load.
What is the direction of effort in a pulley system when lifting a load?
What is the direction of effort in a pulley system when lifting a load?
Match the class of lever to the correct description:
Match the class of lever to the correct description:
In which class of lever is the mechanical advantage always less than 1?
In which class of lever is the mechanical advantage always less than 1?
The effort arm in a Class II lever can be shorter than the load arm.
The effort arm in a Class II lever can be shorter than the load arm.
Flashcards
What is a lever?
What is a lever?
A simple machine consisting of a rigid rod that pivots around a fixed point called the fulcrum, used to amplify force.
What is effort (in levers)?
What is effort (in levers)?
The force applied to a lever to move a load.
What is load (in levers)?
What is load (in levers)?
The object moved by the lever.
What is the effort arm?
What is the effort arm?
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What is mechanical advantage (MA) of a lever?
What is mechanical advantage (MA) of a lever?
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What is energy?
What is energy?
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How is work done?
How is work done?
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What is a simple machine?
What is a simple machine?
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What is the load in a lever?
What is the load in a lever?
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Ideal Machine
Ideal Machine
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Effort (in machines)
Effort (in machines)
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Load (in machines)
Load (in machines)
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Efficiency of a machine
Efficiency of a machine
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Simple Machine
Simple Machine
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What is 'effort' in a simple machine?
What is 'effort' in a simple machine?
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What is 'load' in a simple machine?
What is 'load' in a simple machine?
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What is a pulley?
What is a pulley?
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What is a wheel and axle?
What is a wheel and axle?
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What is the efficiency of a machine?
What is the efficiency of a machine?
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How is the efficiency of a machine calculated?
How is the efficiency of a machine calculated?
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What is mechanical advantage?
What is mechanical advantage?
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What are the different types of levers?
What are the different types of levers?
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What is the definition of work in physics?
What is the definition of work in physics?
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Class I Lever
Class I Lever
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Class II Lever
Class II Lever
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Mechanical Advantage (MA) in Levers
Mechanical Advantage (MA) in Levers
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Effort Arm
Effort Arm
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Load Arm
Load Arm
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What is an inclined plane?
What is an inclined plane?
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What is rolling friction?
What is rolling friction?
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Screw
Screw
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Inclined Plane
Inclined Plane
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Wedge
Wedge
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Nail
Nail
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Saw
Saw
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What is the arrangement of effort, load, and fulcrum in a class III lever?
What is the arrangement of effort, load, and fulcrum in a class III lever?
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What is the mechanical advantage of a class III lever?
What is the mechanical advantage of a class III lever?
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How does the effort arm relate to the load arm in a class III lever?
How does the effort arm relate to the load arm in a class III lever?
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Name some examples of class III levers.
Name some examples of class III levers.
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How can you increase the mechanical advantage of a lever?
How can you increase the mechanical advantage of a lever?
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Pulley
Pulley
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Mechanical Advantage of a Pulley
Mechanical Advantage of a Pulley
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Effort = Load (Ideal Pulley)
Effort = Load (Ideal Pulley)
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Effort > Load (Actual Pulley)
Effort > Load (Actual Pulley)
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Effort (in Pulley)
Effort (in Pulley)
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Study Notes
Levers
- Levers are simple machines that use a rigid bar to exert force on an object.
- A lever consists of a rigid bar that rotates around a fixed point, called a fulcrum.
- A lever can multiply the force applied to it, change the direction of a force, or both.
- Three classes of levers exist:
- Class I: Fulcrum located between load and effort (e.g., seesaw, crowbar, and pliers)
- Class II: Load is located between fulcrum and effort (e.g., wheelbarrow, nutcracker, and bottle opener)
- Class III: Effort is located between load and fulcrum (e.g., tweezers, forceps, and shovels)
Mechanical Advantage
- Mechanical advantage (MA) is a measure of how much a machine multiplies force.
- MA = (load distance) / (effort distance)
Efficiency
- Efficiency measures how much of the input work is converted into useful output work.
- Efficiency = (useful work output / work input) * 100%
Work
- Work is done when a force causes an object to move along the direction of the force.
- Work = Force × distance
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Test your knowledge about simple machines and their mechanics in this quiz. Explore concepts like mechanical advantage, efficiency, and the various classes of levers. Perfect for students learning about physics and engineering fundamentals.
