Pop Flashcard - Simple Machines

Front

A flat sloping surface that connects lower and higher elevations. It makes raising objects easier.

Back

inclined plane

Front

An inclined plane wrapped around a rod forms this simple machine.

Back

screw

Front

A simple machine that consists of a rigid bar that pivots about a fixed point

Back

lever

Front

Stairs best represent which answer option? Options: wedge, pulley, inclined plane, wheel and axle

Back

inclined plane

Front

A light bulb best represents which answer option? Options: wedge, pulley, incline plane, screw

Back

screw

Front

Which is not a type of simple machine? Options: spring, screw, pulley, wedge

Back

spring

Front

What type of simple machine does this image best represent?

Back

wheel and axle

Front

The fixed point on the lever is called

Back

fulcrum

Front

The transfer of energy that occurs when a force makes an object move is known as

Back

work

Front

The device used to raise a flag up a flag pole is an example of a 

Back

pulley