Simple Machines Flashcard

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What is a wedge?

Back

A simple machine that is used to split or cut objects.

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What does gravity do?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like how it pulls things down to the ground.

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What is a lever?

Back

A simple machine that helps lift or move heavy objects by using a fulcrum.

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What is a wheel and axle?

Back

A simple machine that makes it easier to move or turn things.

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What is a pulley?

Back

A simple machine that uses a wheel and a rope to lift or lower objects.

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What is an inclined plane?

Back

A flat surface that is tilted at an angle to help lift heavy objects more easily.

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What is the purpose of a screw?

Back

A simple machine that holds things together or lifts objects by turning.

Front

What is a simple machine?

Back

A device that makes work easier by allowing us to push or pull in a more efficient way.

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Can you name the six types of simple machines?

Back

Lever, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, screw, and wheel and axle.

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How does a wedge work?

Back

A wedge works by applying force to split or cut materials apart.