Lever Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Lever?
A
A system of muscles and bones working togetherto bring about movement.
2
Q
What are the 3 parts of a Lever?
A
Load, Fulcrum and Effort.
3
Q
What are the Three levers?
A
First, Second and Third Class Levers.
4
Q
What is the Fulcrum?
A
The point around which the lever rotates (Joint).
5
Q
What is the Load?
A
The force that is applied by the lever system.
6
Q
What is the Effort?
A
A force that is applied by the user of the lever system, these are our muscles.
7
Q
What does FLE stand for?
A
1C - Fulcrum is in the middle
2C - Load is in the middle.
3C - Effort is in the middle.
