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Simple Machines Vocabulary

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    simple machines identification
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  • What simple machine is described as, "a simple machine that consists of a rigid object (often a bar of some kind) and a fulcrum (or pivot)?"
    lever
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  • What simple machine is described as, "a circular device that is attached to a rigid bar in its center. A force applied to the wheel causes the axle to rotate, which can be used to magnify the force?"
    wheel & axle
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  • What simple machine is described as, "a plane surface set at an angle to another surface. This results in doing the same amount of work by applying the force over a longer distance?"
    Inclined plane
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  • Which simple machine is often considered a double inclined plane — both sides are inclined — that moves to exert a force along the lengths of the sides?
    wedge
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  • Which simple machine is a sharp, pointed metal pin that has an inclined groove along its surface?
    screw
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  • Which simple machine is a wheel with a groove along its edge, where a rope or cable can be placed?
    pulley
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  • What is the ratio of the force exerted by a machine to the force applied to it.
    mechanical advantage
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  • What is the resistance when an object body is moved in contact with another object?
    friction
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