6 Questions
What is the primary purpose of gears?
To transfer energy from one area to another
How do gears change direction?
By having one gear turn clockwise and the adjacent gear turn counterclockwise
Which gear combination increases speed?
A small gear connected to a large gear
How do gears increase force?
By having the smaller gear spin faster than the larger gear
What is the advantage of using a larger gear?
It requires more force to turn, but increases the output force
What is the purpose of using different gear sizes in a mechanism?
To change the speed, force, or direction of the mechanism
Learn about the importance of gears in machinery, how they work, and their different styles and functions. Gears help increase speed, force, or change direction, making work easier and more efficient.
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