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Simple Machines
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Inclined plane | This simple machine supports the weight of an object that is being moved up. |
| Wedge | This simple machine is an inclined plane that that may be forced into an object. |
| Screw | This simple machine is an inclined plane that ends around a spiral. Propellers are a type of screw. |
| Wheel and axle | This simple machine travel in circles. |
| Lever | This simple machine has a load arm, a force arm and a fulcrum. |
| Pulley | This simple machine has two types: fixed and movable. |