Bones as levers Flashcards
1
Q
What are levers?
A
Classifications according to the position of the fulcrum effort and load or resistance
2
Q
What 3 classes are there?
A
First, second and third-class
3
Q
What is the first class lever?
A
The weight and force are on opposite sides of the fulcrum
4
Q
What is the second class lever?
A
The load is between the fulcrum and the force
5
Q
What is the third class lever?
A
The force is between the fulcrum and the load
