Simple Machines

Simple Machines

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Physics

9th - 12th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a lever?

Back

A simple machine consisting of a rigid bar that pivots about a fixed point (fulcrum) to lift or move loads.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a screw?

Back

An inclined plane wrapped around a rod, used to hold objects together or lift materials.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a pulley?

Back

A simple machine that consists of a wheel on an axle or shaft designed to support movement and change the direction of force.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is effort (input) force?

Back

The force required by a machine in order to accomplish work (the force you put on the machine).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of using a simple machine?

Back

A mother pushes a stroller up a ramp.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a wheel and axle?

Back

A simple machine consisting of a larger wheel attached to a smaller axle, allowing for easier movement or lifting.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fulcrum?

Back

The fixed point around which a lever pivots.

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