Ch9 Simple Machines Flashcards
1
Q
Fulcrum
A
Is the turning point of a leaver.
2
Q
Load
A
Is what is being moved with force.
3
Q
Effort
A
Is the amount of force applied to move a load.
4
Q
Inclined Plane
A
Is a surface that is angled.
5
Q
Lever
A
A lever is a simple machine that uses the turning effect of a force.
6
Q
Bevel Gear
A
Gears that are 90 degrees to each other to change vertical to horizontal movement.
7
Q
Idler Gear
A
Is used between the driving and driven gears to make the turn in the same direction.
8
Q
Rack & Pinion Gear
A
Changes the movement of driving gears into upward motion.
