Soc 20: Levers Flashcards
1
Q
How does a lever work?
A
A lever is a rigid structure, such as a bar or bone, that rotates around an axis. Each lever has three components: load, fulcrum and effort
2
Q
What do levers do?
A
a system of muscles and bones working together to help you - for example, to enable you to move or carry weight. When you exercise, your muscles pull on your bones, and the bones create movement, acting as levers.
