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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| work | the transfer of energy to an object by using a force that cause the object to move in the direction of the force |
| machine | a device that helps make work either overcoming a force or changing the direction of the applied force |
| inclined plane | a simple machine that is straight ,slanted surface , which facilitates the raising of loads; a ramp |
| wedge | a simple machine that made up of two inclined planes and that moves; often used for cutting |
| screw | a simple machine that consist of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder |
| pulley | a simple machine that consists of a wheel over a rope chair, or wire press |
| wheel and axe | a simple machine consists of two cylinder objects of differrent sizes; the wheel is the large of the two circular objects |
| lever | a simple machine that consist of a bar that pivots at a fixed point called a fulcrum |