Lever Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a lever
A
In your body, the term ‘lever’ refers to a system of muscles amd bones working together to bring about movement
2
Q
What is a Fulcrum
A
The point at which the lever rotates (joint)
3
Q
What is a load
A
A load is the weight applied to the lever system
4
Q
What is an effort
A
A force applied to resist the force, created by the lever system
5
Q
What is a lever arm
A
A rigid bar such as a bone
6
Q
What are the three different types of levers
A
First class, the fulcrum is in the middle
Second class, the load is in the middle
Third class, the effort is in the middle
