Chapter 9 Simple Machine Flashcards
1
Q
Lever
A
Levers reduce the effort need to get a job done
2
Q
Load
A
The resistance to motion that a lever works against is called Load
3
Q
Fulcrum
A
The turning point of a lever is called its fulcrum
4
Q
Effort
A
The force used to cause movement is called the effort
5
Q
Wedge
A
Inclined planes that can be used to penetrate or split object, or to stop them from moving
6
Q
Screw
A
Screws are inclined planes, it’s a curved ramp
7
Q
Inclined plane
A
A surface slanted upwards that lowers the effect needed to lift a load
