Socrative 20 Flashcards
1
Q
Fulcrum
A
A lever is a structure that has four components
A fulcrum
A load
An effort
Lever arm
2
Q
A fulcrum
A
The point around which the lever rotates ( joints)
3
Q
A load
A
The force that is applied by the lever system. The load is the object you want to move ( a dumbbell with your arm )
4
Q
An effort
A
A force that is applied by the user of the lever system. The effort is supplied by your muscles
