Soc 20 Levers Flashcards
1
Q
Fulcrum
A
The point around which the lever rotates
2
Q
Load
A
The force that is applied by the lever system
3
Q
Effort
A
The force that is applied by the user of the lever system
4
Q
First class lever
A
The fulcrum sits in the middle, between the load and effort. Tricep dip
5
Q
Second class lever
A
The load sits between the fulcrum and the effort. E.g wheelbarrow
6
Q
Third class lever
A
The effort is applied between the fulcrum and the load. E.g a Spade
