Simple Machines

Front

A simple machine is a device that helps to reduce the amount of _____ required to work.

Back

force

Front

A ______ is a grooved wheel with a rope running along the groove.

Back

pulley

Front

A sloping force, like a ramp, that reduces the amount of force required to lift an object.

Back

inclined plane

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

Front

A simple machine that can split things apart or hold a door open.

Back

wedge

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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

Front

A simple machine that is made up of an incline plane wrapped around a cylinder. It is often used to hold things together.

Back

screw

Front

Scissors are an example of a compound machine. What simple machines are used to make up this compound machine?

Back

2 levers and 2 inclined planes

Front

Flagpole

Back

pulley

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

Front

Lightbulb

Back

screw

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Front

Stairs

Back

inclined plane

Front

This device: wedge, lever, incline plane, wheel and axle

Back

wedge

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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-2