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JLC Sci Ch 17 6th

JLC Sci Ch 17 6th Grade Simple Machines

QuestionAnswer
Result of a force moving an object in the direction of the force work
Arm or rod that turns around a fixed point when a force is applied to it lever
The fixed point of a lever fulcrum
Grooved wheel that has a rope or chain around it pulley
Large wheel and a small wheel that work together wheel-and-axle
Flat surface that has one end higher than the other inclined plane
Inclined plane that has either one or two sloping sides wedge
Inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or cone screw
The part of a lever that does the work on the load or object being moved resistance arm
A type of lever that does not increase force but does increase the speed or distance that a load travels. broom
The simple machine that helps raise and lower a flag on a flagpole pulley
What are the two simple machines that make up a shovel? a lever and a wedge
What would happen if there was NO friction between your rollerblade wheels and the sidewalk? You would not be able to stop.
What simple machine allows someone in a wheelchair to enter a building without using the steps? inclined plane
How does an inclined plane reduces the effort forced needed to do a certain job? Increases the distance
Which screw is the easier to turn because it requires the less force? A.screw with more threads B.screw with less threads or a screw with less threads? A. screw with less threads
Name the three types of simple machines lever, pulley, wheel-and-axle
What is the formula for work? Work = force x distance
Name the parts of a lever. fulcrum, effort arm, resistance arm
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