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Simple Machines

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WedgeAn object with at least one slanting side
FulcrumThe fixed point of the lever
LeverA simple machine that does work by moving at the fixed point
DistanceThe space or the amount of space between two points
PitchSlope or degree of slope
Compound MachineA system of two or more simple machines
Inclined PlaneA slanting surface connecting one level to another level
Mechanical AdvantageThe advantage gained by using a machine to transmit force
ResistanceThe force opposing another force
PulleyA simple machine made of rope wrapped around a grooved wheel
Mechanical EfficiencyThe measurement that compares a machine's work output with its work input
StreamliningTo design or construct with contours to reduce air or water resistance
LoadA mass or load supported or lifted by something
ScrewAn inclined plane wrapped around a pole
ShadufIrrigation device consisting of a long pole with a bucket on the end
Simple MachineA machine that does work in one movement
EffortA force applied to a simple machine contrasting to the force applied to it against the load
WorkThe force that acts upon an object in the direction the object moves
Wheel and axleA simple machine that has a wheel with a rod going through it's center that both parts move together
ForceThe push or pull on an object that causes motion or change
PowerThe rate at which work is done measured in watt


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