2.03 Inclined Planes 6.8E

Front

What is an inclined plane?

Back

An inclined plane is a simple machine that is a slanted surface, like a ramp, which helps lift objects by reducing the amount of force needed.

Front

What does an inclined plane allow you to do?

Back

An inclined plane allows you to move objects to a higher place with less force, but you have to cover more distance.

Front

What type of energy does an object at the top of an inclined plane have?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

How does an inclined plane reduce the effort needed to lift an object?

Back

By increasing the distance over which the object is moved, thus reducing the force required.

Front

What happens to the effort force when you increase the length of a ramp?

Back

The effort force needed to push an object to the top of the ramp decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between distance and force on an inclined plane?

Back

As the distance increases, the force required to lift the object decreases.

Front

What is an example of an inclined plane in everyday life?

Back

A wheelchair ramp is an example of an inclined plane.

Front

What can you do to make it easier to push a heavy object up a ramp?

Back

You can make the ramp longer.

Front

What is the effect of increasing the height of a ramp?

Back

Increasing the height of a ramp increases the effort force needed to push an object up.

Front

What is the main advantage of using an inclined plane?

Back

The main advantage is that it reduces the amount of force needed to lift an object.