Soc 20: Levers Flashcards
1
Q
What is a lever?
A
A system of muscles and bones working together to help you move
2
Q
What is a 1st class lever
A
In a first class lever the fulcrum sits in the middle, between the load and the effort
3
Q
What is a 2nd class lever
A
Load sits between the fulcrum and the effort
4
Q
3rd class lever
A
Effort is applied between the fulcrum and the load
5
Q
Fulcrum
A
The pivot of turning point
6
Q
Load
A
Object being moved or lifted
7
Q
Effort
A
Force needed to move the load
8
Q
Way to remember 3 levers
A
FLE 123