Chapter 9 Simple Machines Flashcards
1
Q
Lever
A
Uses the turning effort of a force
2
Q
Load
A
The resistance to motion that a lever works against
3
Q
Fulcrum
A
The turning point of a leaver
4
Q
Effort
A
The force used to cause movement
5
Q
Wedge
A
They can be used to penetrate or split something, or to stop them from moving
6
Q
Screw
A
A curved ramp
7
Q
Inclined plane
A
A surface slanted upward that lowers the effort needed to lift a load
8
Q
Gears
A
Toothed wheel that can turn other toothed wheels
9
Q
Driving gear
A
Gear that causes another to move
10
Q
Driven gear
A
Gear that is moved by another gear
