Simple Machines Flashcards

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A number of times a machine multiplies the input force; output force divided by input force.

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Mechanical advantage

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The percentage of the input work done on a machine that a machine can return in output work.

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Efficiency

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One of the basic machines on which all the other mechanical machines are based.

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Simple machine

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A solid bar that rotates it turns around a fixed point. (Fulcrum)

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Lever

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A fixed point around which a lever rotates.

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Fulcrum

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A simple machine that is a wheel attached to a shaft, or axle.

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Wheel and axle

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A wheel with a grooved rim that turns on an axle; one of the six simple machines.

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Pulley

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A simple machine that is a sloping surface, such as a ramp.

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Inclined plane

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A simple machine that has a thick and thin end.

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Wedge

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A simple machine that is an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.

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Screw

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11
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Any device that makes doing work easier.

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Machine

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