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Mechanical Energy Vocabulary

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Mechanical EnergyEnergy associated with position and movement of an object
FulcrumPlace where a lever rotates
InputWhere the force is begin applied to a machine
OutputAffects the load on a machine
Mechanical AdvantageThe ratio of input distance divided by output distance
FrictionThe effect of two surfaces scraping against each other
ForceThe strength of a push or a pull
ProportionalWhen one number is doubled, another number is doubled
LeverUsed to lift objects heavier than us
WedgeInput force is on the bottom, used to pry items open
Wheel and AxleInput is whichever end is turned first, can be found on a car
PulleyMechanical Advantage is found by counting the number of supporting ropes
ScrewInput is distance between the threads
Inclined PlaneInput is length of the ramp


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