simple machines Crossword Puzzles
Simple Machines 2025-01-13
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- The point which a lever is rested on
- 2 Inclined planes back-to-back form this simple machine
- A simple machine that has a fulcrum located between the points of application of the input and output forces
- A machine made of multiple simple machines
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- A machine that requires less force to push objects up than just carrying it
- A simple machine similar to levers but is connected to a shaft
- When force is given to an object
- A spiral inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- When force is being released from an object
- A simple machine used to lift certain objects
10 Clues: When force is given to an object • The point which a lever is rested on • A machine made of multiple simple machines • When force is being released from an object • A simple machine used to lift certain objects • A spiral inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • 2 Inclined planes back-to-back form this simple machine • ...
Simple machines 2026-04-02
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- A tool that combines two levers and two wedges to cut paper.
- A sharp wedge used in the kitchen to slice food.
- You turn this wheel-and-axle to open a room.
- A heavy wedge used to chop wood or split logs.
- A tool that uses a lever action to help you pull a stubborn nail out of wood.
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- While it is mostly electrical, its base is a screw that twists into a socket.
- A complex machine that uses pedals, chains, and wheels to help you travel.
- A lever in the park that goes up and down with a friend.
- A playground inclined plane that uses gravity to get you to the bottom.
- A slanted surface that acts as an inclined plane to help you move heavy loads.
10 Clues: You turn this wheel-and-axle to open a room. • A heavy wedge used to chop wood or split logs. • A sharp wedge used in the kitchen to slice food. • A lever in the park that goes up and down with a friend. • A tool that combines two levers and two wedges to cut paper. • A playground inclined plane that uses gravity to get you to the bottom. • ...
simple machines 2021-12-16
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- small rod that holds things together
- lifts a object using a board of bar
- has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable
- connects a lower surface to a higher surface
- the ratio to input force
- has at least one slanted side
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- connects items so objects can move
- used to modify motion
- lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
- advantage of a prefect machine
10 Clues: used to modify motion • the ratio to input force • has at least one slanted side • advantage of a prefect machine • connects items so objects can move • lifts a object using a board of bar • small rod that holds things together • has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable • connects a lower surface to a higher surface • lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
simple machines 2021-12-16
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- small rod that holds things together
- lifts a object using a board of bar
- has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable
- connects a lower surface to a higher surface
- the ratio to input force
- has at least one slanted side
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- connects items so objects can move
- used to modify motion
- lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
- advantage of a prefect machine
10 Clues: used to modify motion • the ratio to input force • has at least one slanted side • advantage of a prefect machine • connects items so objects can move • lifts a object using a board of bar • small rod that holds things together • has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable • connects a lower surface to a higher surface • lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
Simple Machines 2021-10-26
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- Can be used to make splitting wood a breeze
- Reduces efficiency
- Can be used to hold things together
- Can be used to lift water from a well
- Newton's second law, an object in _____
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- Used on a car
- Can be used to lift heavier things with ease
- An object builds up __ while rolling down a hill
- Used to push or pull things like star wars
- Is a big part of the inclined plane
10 Clues: Used on a car • Reduces efficiency • Can be used to hold things together • Is a big part of the inclined plane • Can be used to lift water from a well • Newton's second law, an object in _____ • Used to push or pull things like star wars • Can be used to make splitting wood a breeze • Can be used to lift heavier things with ease • ...
Simple Machines 2022-03-22
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- Inclined plane wrapped in a spiral around a cylindrical post
- Input force is between fulcrum and output force
- Output force in between the fulcrum and input force
- sloping surface that reduces the amount of force required to do work
- bar that is free to pivot around fixed point
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- Consists of an axle attached to the center of a larger wheel so the wheel and axle rotate together
- Two or more simple machines the operate together
- Fulcrum is between the input and output force
- Grooved wheel with a rope, chain or cable running along groove.
- Inclined plane with 1 or more sloping sides
10 Clues: Inclined plane with 1 or more sloping sides • bar that is free to pivot around fixed point • Fulcrum is between the input and output force • Input force is between fulcrum and output force • Two or more simple machines the operate together • Output force in between the fulcrum and input force • Inclined plane wrapped in a spiral around a cylindrical post • ...
Simple Machines 2014-02-25
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- a push or pull
- rubbing force that acts against the motion between two touching surfaces and always slows an object down
- Plane simple machine with a flat sloped surface or ramp that makes it easier to lift a heavy load by using less force over a greater distance
- simple machine made from a grooved wheel with a rope or chainwrapped around the groove
- simple machine consisting of an inclined plane that moves; can have one or two sloping sides
- simple machine made from an inclined plane wrapped around a cyclinder
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- ability of a machine to convert input work to output work
- simple machine consisting of a rigid rod or plank that pivots or rotates around a fulcrum
- is done when a force exerted on an object causes that object to move some distance
- and Axle simple machine made from two different sized circular objects that are attached and rotate together
10 Clues: a push or pull • ability of a machine to convert input work to output work • simple machine made from an inclined plane wrapped around a cyclinder • is done when a force exerted on an object causes that object to move some distance • simple machine made from a grooved wheel with a rope or chainwrapped around the groove • ...
Simple Machines 2014-02-25
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- a push or pull
- rubbing force that acts against the motion between two touching surfaces and always slows an object down
- simple machine made from a grooved wheel with a rope or chainwrapped around the groove
- simple machine consisting of an inclined plane that moves; can have one or two sloping sides
- and Axle simple machine made from two different sized circular objects that are attached and rotate together
- simple machine made from an inclined plane wrapped around a cyclinder
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- Plane simple machine with a flat sloped surface or ramp that makes it easier to lift a heavy load by using less force over a greater distance
- ability of a machine to convert input work to output work
- simple machine consisting of a rigid rod or plank that pivots or rotates around a fulcrum
- is done when a force exerted on an object causes that object to move some distance
10 Clues: a push or pull • ability of a machine to convert input work to output work • simple machine made from an inclined plane wrapped around a cyclinder • is done when a force exerted on an object causes that object to move some distance • simple machine made from a grooved wheel with a rope or chainwrapped around the groove • ...
Simple Machines 2016-04-26
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- levers are used to apply a force to move an object
- a comparison of a machine's work output with the work input
- a device that helps people do work by changing the way work is done
- inclined plane that is wrapped in a spiral around a cylinder
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- a simple machine that is a straight, slanted surface
- a simple machine that has a grooved wheel that holds a rope or a cable
- the number of times the machine multiplies the input force
- a pair of inclined planes that move
- a simple machine that has a bar that pivots at a fixed point
- and axle , a simple machine that is made of a wheel connected to a smaller cylindrical object, the axle
10 Clues: a pair of inclined planes that move • levers are used to apply a force to move an object • a simple machine that is a straight, slanted surface • the number of times the machine multiplies the input force • a comparison of a machine's work output with the work input • a simple machine that has a bar that pivots at a fixed point • ...
Simple Machines 2022-12-07
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- An inclined plane with two sloping sides
- A device that makes work easier
- A slanted surface or ramp
- A machine that includes more than one simple machine
- A rope wrapped around a wheel
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- How many times easier it is to do
- Two wheels of different sizes that rotate together
- A free moving bar that is decided on a fulcrum
- An inclined plane that turns around a bar
- The transfer of energy in force over a distance
10 Clues: A slanted surface or ramp • A rope wrapped around a wheel • A device that makes work easier • How many times easier it is to do • An inclined plane with two sloping sides • An inclined plane that turns around a bar • A free moving bar that is decided on a fulcrum • The transfer of energy in force over a distance • Two wheels of different sizes that rotate together • ...
Simple Machines 2022-12-12
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- is a slanted surface or ramp
- two wheels of different sizes that rotate together
- fr/fe
- de/dr
- a bar that is free to turn on a fixed point
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- a machine that combines two or more simple machines
- is a rope wrapped around a wheel
- is an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides instead of one
- a device that makes work easier
- an inclined plane that turns around a central point
10 Clues: fr/fe • de/dr • is a slanted surface or ramp • a device that makes work easier • is a rope wrapped around a wheel • a bar that is free to turn on a fixed point • two wheels of different sizes that rotate together • a machine that combines two or more simple machines • an inclined plane that turns around a central point • ...
Simple Machines 2023-01-26
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- Has a fulcrum, effort, and load
- The force used to lift the load with a lever
- the point where the rod pivots on a lever
- An example is an elevator or flag pole
- an example is a doorknob or bicycle wheel
- An example is an ax
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- An example is a ramp
- when force and motion are in the same direction
- an example is a lid
- the object being lifted with a lever
10 Clues: an example is a lid • An example is an ax • An example is a ramp • Has a fulcrum, effort, and load • the object being lifted with a lever • An example is an elevator or flag pole • the point where the rod pivots on a lever • an example is a doorknob or bicycle wheel • The force used to lift the load with a lever • when force and motion are in the same direction
Simple Machines 2023-01-26
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- the object being lifted
- object moves because of an applied force to the other side
- when a force produces motion in the same direction as the force work is done
- wheel with a grooved rim around moving an object up and down.
- the force being used to lift objects
- example of a lever
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- an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- allows weight to be lifted with less effort
- example of wheel and axle
- an object with a thick and a thin edge designed to be put between objects and separate them. \
- the point on which a lever rests or pivots
11 Clues: example of a lever • the object being lifted • example of wheel and axle • the force being used to lift objects • the point on which a lever rests or pivots • an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • allows weight to be lifted with less effort • object moves because of an applied force to the other side • wheel with a grooved rim around moving an object up and down. • ...
Simple Machines 2023-02-23
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- a car wheel is an example of this
- a lightbulb is an example of this
- Who invented the wheel and axle?
- scissors are an example of this
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- getting water from a well is an example of this
- what type of shape does an inclined plane
- who named the simple machines?
- a slide is an example of this
- any of the basic mechanical devices for applying a force
- a seesaw is an example of this
10 Clues: a slide is an example of this • who named the simple machines? • a seesaw is an example of this • scissors are an example of this • Who invented the wheel and axle? • a car wheel is an example of this • a lightbulb is an example of this • what type of shape does an inclined plane • getting water from a well is an example of this • ...
simple machines 2023-04-27
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- the energy transferred to or from an object via the application of force along a displacement.
- is an influence that causes the motion of an object with mass to change its velocity, i.e., to accelerate. It can be a push or a pull, always with magnitude and direction, making it a vector quantity.
- known as a ramp, is a flat supporting surface tilted at an angle from the vertical direction, with one end higher than the other, used as an aid for raising or lowering a load. The inclined plane is one of the six classical simple machines defined by Renaissance scientists.
- a wheel on an axle or shaft that is designed to support movement and change of direction of a taut cable or belt, or transfer of power between the shaft and cable or belt.
- a triangular shaped tool, and is a portable inclined plane, and one of the six simple machines. It can be used to separate two objects or portions of an object, lift up an object, or hold an object in place.
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- a simple machine consisting of a wheel attached to a smaller axle so that these two parts rotate together in which a force is transferred from one to the other.
- is the phenomenon in which an object changes its position with respect to time. Motion is mathematically described in terms of displacement, distance, velocity, acceleration, speed
- a bolt are similar types of fastener typically made of metal and characterized by a helical ridge, called a male thread. Screws and bolts are used to fasten materials by the engagement of the screw thread with a similar female thread in a matching part.
- the amount of energy transferred or converted per unit time.
- a simple machine made of a rigid beam and a fulcrum. The effort (input force) and load (output force) are applied to either end of the beam. The fulcrum is the point on which the beam pivots. When an effort is applied to one end of the lever, a load is applied at the other end of the lever.
10 Clues: the amount of energy transferred or converted per unit time. • the energy transferred to or from an object via the application of force along a displacement. • a simple machine consisting of a wheel attached to a smaller axle so that these two parts rotate together in which a force is transferred from one to the other. • ...
simple machines 2017-04-14
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- the distance between the threads in a screw
- the rate at which work is done
- a rope, belt, or chain wrapped around a grooved wheel
- what a second class lever looks like
- modified inclined plane that wraps around a shaft
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- the amount of classes of levers
- unit of measurement for work
- a rigid bar that s free to turn at a fixed point
- the unit of measurement for power
- it is done when a force causes an object to move
10 Clues: unit of measurement for work • the rate at which work is done • the amount of classes of levers • the unit of measurement for power • what a second class lever looks like • the distance between the threads in a screw • a rigid bar that s free to turn at a fixed point • it is done when a force causes an object to move • modified inclined plane that wraps around a shaft • ...
simple machines 2017-04-26
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- the distance between the threads in a screw
- what a second class lever is like
- it is done when a force causes an object to move
- the unit of measurement for work
- the amount of classes of levers there are
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- a rope, belt, or chain wrapped around a grooved wheel
- the rate at which work is done
- a rigid bar that is free to turn at a fixed point
- the unit of measurement for power
- modified inclined plane that wraps around a shaft
10 Clues: the rate at which work is done • the unit of measurement for work • what a second class lever is like • the unit of measurement for power • the amount of classes of levers there are • the distance between the threads in a screw • it is done when a force causes an object to move • a rigid bar that is free to turn at a fixed point • ...
Simple Machines 2021-03-30
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- distance between the threads
- fulcrum, input, output
- A device that does work with only one movement
- input,fulcrum,output
- fulcrum, output, input
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- a device made from combinations of simple machines
- a device that splits things and golds things together
- the maximum ability of the machine to multiply the input force
- a slanting surface connecting a lower level to a higher level
- an inclined plane wrapped around a post
10 Clues: input,fulcrum,output • fulcrum, input, output • fulcrum, output, input • distance between the threads • an inclined plane wrapped around a post • A device that does work with only one movement • a device made from combinations of simple machines • a device that splits things and golds things together • a slanting surface connecting a lower level to a higher level • ...
simple machines 2021-04-12
10 Clues: seesaw • baseball • is round • wheelbarrow • a sharp angle • makes work easier • a round thing with a bar • the pivot point on a board • a horizontal angle that is flat • a wheel with rope on it to lift stuff
Simple machines 2021-05-19
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- Output force is between input force and fulcrum ex: wheelbarrow
- a simple machine that consists of a bar that pivots at a fixed point called a fulcrum
- Fulcrum is between input force and output force ex: screwdriver and paint can
- the point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots.
- Input force is between output force and fulcrum ex: broom
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- A flat surface set at an angle or an incline with no moving parts that is able to lift objects by pushing or pulling the load.
- a simple machine that is an inclined plane that moves
- A simple machine that consists of a grooved wheel with a rope or cable wrapped around it.
- A simple machine that is an inclined plane wrapped around a central cylinder to form a spiral
- a simple machine consisting of two circular objects of different sizes; the wheel is the larger of the two circular objects
10 Clues: a simple machine that is an inclined plane that moves • Input force is between output force and fulcrum ex: broom • Output force is between input force and fulcrum ex: wheelbarrow • the point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots. • Fulcrum is between input force and output force ex: screwdriver and paint can • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-19
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- Simple Machines that are put togerther
- A device that is thick at one end and tapers to a thin edge at the other end.
- Has the fulcrum between the force and the load
- A simple machine that consists of a grooved wheel with a rope or cable wrapped around it.
- a simple machine consisting of two circular objects of different sizes; the wheel is the larger of the two circular objects
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- A flat surface set at an angle or an incline with no moving parts that is able to lift objects by pushing or pulling the load.
- The load is located between the effort and the fulcrum. If the load is closer to the effort than the fulcrum, then more effort will be required to move the load.
- a simple machine that consists of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- The fulcrum remains at one end of the beam however, the force of the effort is now located between the fulcrum and the force of the load.
- a simple machine that consists of a bar that pivots at a fixed point called a fulcrum
10 Clues: Simple Machines that are put togerther • Has the fulcrum between the force and the load • a simple machine that consists of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • A device that is thick at one end and tapers to a thin edge at the other end. • a simple machine that consists of a bar that pivots at a fixed point called a fulcrum • ...
simple machines 2021-05-20
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- it is used on a bike
- occurs when a force acts on an object to move it some distance from the start point.
- it is in a bike
- it is a slanted platform
- a triangular piece
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- indicates how well its input energy is converted to useful output energy or work.
- is a cylinder with a inclined plane around it
- is a form of calculation that measures the amplified force taken by the mechanical system.
- is the rate at which work is done.
- moves things upward
10 Clues: it is in a bike • a triangular piece • moves things upward • it is used on a bike • it is a slanted platform • is the rate at which work is done. • is a cylinder with a inclined plane around it • indicates how well its input energy is converted to useful output energy or work. • occurs when a force acts on an object to move it some distance from the start point. • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-20
Simple Machines 2021-05-27
10 Clues: a simple_______ • measured in watts • measured in joules • rube ______ project • rod with a spiral around it • Circle often with axle; in car • a rigid bar resting on a pivot • something that wheels revolve on • one thick end that tapers in a thin edge • the action or process of moving or being moved
Simple Machines 2021-05-18
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- created by multiple pulleys working together
- a few simple machines in one
- deals with a lot of rotation
- causes pulling in different motions
- makes work easier
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- placed at an angle for easier work
- lefty loosey, righty tighty
- when the fulcrum is in between
- used a lot on doors to stop them
- the point where a lever rests and pivot at
10 Clues: makes work easier • lefty loosey, righty tighty • a few simple machines in one • deals with a lot of rotation • when the fulcrum is in between • used a lot on doors to stop them • placed at an angle for easier work • causes pulling in different motions • the point where a lever rests and pivot at • created by multiple pulleys working together
Simple Machines 2021-05-17
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- machine machine that consists of more than one simple machine
- a simple machine that is an inclined plane that moves
- class fulcrum at the end, load in the middle
- a simple machine that consists of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- fulcrum in the middle
- a simple machine consisting of two circular objects of different sizes; the wheel is the larger of the two circular objects
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- A flat surface set at an angle or an incline with no moving parts that is able to lift objects by pushing or pulling the load.
- fulcrum at the end, effort in the middle
- A simple machine that consists of a grooved wheel with a rope or cable wrapped around it.
- a simple machine that consists of a bar that pivots at a fixed point called a fulcrum
10 Clues: fulcrum in the middle • fulcrum at the end, effort in the middle • class fulcrum at the end, load in the middle • a simple machine that is an inclined plane that moves • machine machine that consists of more than one simple machine • a simple machine that consists of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • ...
Simple Machines 2022-04-25
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- I am an example of a third class lever
- I am the meaning of force that is applied on an object
- I am also known as the second-class lever.
- I am often found with a wheel
- I am an example of simple machine where the Effort is between the resistance and the fulcrum. I am needed to remove things.
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- An inclined plane will need this in order to push the box with less force.
- An axe is an example of this simple machine
- I am also known as the third class lever
- An inclined plane that circles an axis
- I can reduce the amount of force needed to lift a load or change the direction of motion.
10 Clues: I am often found with a wheel • I am an example of a third class lever • An inclined plane that circles an axis • I am also known as the third class lever • I am also known as the second-class lever. • An axe is an example of this simple machine • I am the meaning of force that is applied on an object • ...
Simple Machines 2022-10-05
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- the use of a force
- something that makes work easier
- the fixed point on a lever
- simple machine made up of a wheel and axle that are connected so that they turn together
- a simple machine with a wheel and a rope, cord, or chain around it
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- two inclined planes placed back to back with one wide and flat edge and the other edge is thin and sharp
- a machine made up of two or more simple machines
- an inclined plane wrapped around around a shaft or cylinder
- a plane that is slanted, so that one end is higher than the other
- a bar that pivots, or turns, on a fixed point
10 Clues: the use of a force • the fixed point on a lever • something that makes work easier • a bar that pivots, or turns, on a fixed point • a machine made up of two or more simple machines • an inclined plane wrapped around around a shaft or cylinder • a plane that is slanted, so that one end is higher than the other • ...
Simple Machines 2022-11-22
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- Lever used in the kitchen.
- How many simple machines are there?
- An example of a wheel and axle.
- A moving version of an inclined plane.
- The object lifted by the lever.
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- A pulley has a _____ in it.
- A lever goes over this.
- An example of a wedge.
- Simple machine used to hold things together.
- An example of a lever at a playground.
10 Clues: An example of a wedge. • A lever goes over this. • Lever used in the kitchen. • A pulley has a _____ in it. • An example of a wheel and axle. • The object lifted by the lever. • How many simple machines are there? • An example of a lever at a playground. • A moving version of an inclined plane. • Simple machine used to hold things together.
Simple Machines 2023-05-12
10 Clues: a ramp • something sneaky • something exiting • a thing you find in cars • secures stuff by turning • a thing we say when happy • makes lifting stuff easier • similar to your arm or seesaw • something that makes work easier • makes breaking stuff in half easier
simple machines 2023-09-28
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- example of a lever that starts with a s
- the piont at which a lever rests or pivots
- a device used to help lift loads
- a device that lets you lift loads easier
- a example of a wheel and axle and starts with s
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- example of a wedge that starts with a k
- changes the direction of force
- staircase a example of a screw that starts with a s
- lifted/task accomplished
- the force used to do something
10 Clues: lifted/task accomplished • changes the direction of force • the force used to do something • a device used to help lift loads • example of a wedge that starts with a k • example of a lever that starts with a s • a device that lets you lift loads easier • the piont at which a lever rests or pivots • a example of a wheel and axle and starts with s • ...
Simple Machines 2023-12-14
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- Transfer of energy through motion
- machine consisting of two different size wheels that rotate together
- pulley that moves but does not change direction of the force
- slanted surface or ramp
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- an inclined plane that turns around a central point
- inclined plane with 2 sloping slides
- Fr is located between Fe and fulcrum
- unit that is used to measure work
- A bar that is free to turn on a fixed point called a fulcrum
- rope wrapped around a wheel
10 Clues: slanted surface or ramp • rope wrapped around a wheel • Transfer of energy through motion • unit that is used to measure work • inclined plane with 2 sloping slides • Fr is located between Fe and fulcrum • an inclined plane that turns around a central point • A bar that is free to turn on a fixed point called a fulcrum • ...
Simple Machines 2023-09-25
Simple Machines 2024-11-24
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- A wedge-shaped tool to cut or split things
- A machine of spiral shape to hold things together
- A pointed object used for holding things together
- Used to push or pull things
- A bar that pivots on a point
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- A circular object that turns to move something
- A basin used for washing
- plane A flat surface set at an angle
- A tool used to lift things using a rope
- A tool used to lift things with with a rope and a wheel
10 Clues: A basin used for washing • Used to push or pull things • A bar that pivots on a point • plane A flat surface set at an angle • A tool used to lift things using a rope • A wedge-shaped tool to cut or split things • A circular object that turns to move something • A machine of spiral shape to hold things together • A pointed object used for holding things together • ...
simple machines 2025-05-01
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- example of lever
- inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or post
- most common type of simple machine
- sloping surface that makes moving objects easier
- wheel with a groove that holds rope or cable
- how many simple machines
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- basic mechanical devices
- used in vehicles
- example of wheel and axle
- sharp edge that is used for splitting, cutting, or holding
10 Clues: example of lever • used in vehicles • basic mechanical devices • how many simple machines • example of wheel and axle • most common type of simple machine • wheel with a groove that holds rope or cable • inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or post • sloping surface that makes moving objects easier • sharp edge that is used for splitting, cutting, or holding
simple machines 2025-03-25
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- A common tool with two blades used for cutting.
- A metal rod with threads, used to lift or hold objects together tightly
- A sloped surface used to make lifting heavy loads easier, commonly found on trucks.
- A slanted tool with a sharp edge, used for cutting or splitting objects.
- A simple machine made of a wheel with a rope used to lift heavy objects.
- A machine that uses a spiraled shape to hold objects together or move them upwards.
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- A device that joins papers together by pressing metal pins through them.
- A circular object that helps reduce friction and make movement easier.
- A rod balanced on a fulcrum, used to lift objects more easily
- A heavy object with a slanted surface used to hold things in place or prevent movement
10 Clues: A common tool with two blades used for cutting. • A rod balanced on a fulcrum, used to lift objects more easily • A circular object that helps reduce friction and make movement easier. • A metal rod with threads, used to lift or hold objects together tightly • A device that joins papers together by pressing metal pins through them. • ...
Simple Machines 2025-12-11
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- Makes moving things easier because it takes less force to move something up a slope than to lift it straight up.
- The object or weight that is being moved or lifted by a simple machine.
- A ______________ is a simple machine that helps make work easier by allowing you to move or lift things with less effort. It consists of two round wheels attached to a rod, called the axle.
- A _____ is used to hold things together.
- The force applied to a simple machine to move a load.
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- A push or pull on an object that can cause it to change motion.
- The balancing point of a lever is called the _______. The _______ is the fixed point around which the lever pivots or rotates.
- Some examples of this simple machine are: an axe,knife,chisel,scissors,shovel,nail and a doorstop.
- A ______ can help you lift heavy things by giving you a mechanical advantage, which means they make the force of your work stronger.
- When you exert a downward force on one end of the _____, that force is transferred and increased in an upward direction at the other end, which allows a small force to lift a heavy weight.
10 Clues: A _____ is used to hold things together. • The force applied to a simple machine to move a load. • A push or pull on an object that can cause it to change motion. • The object or weight that is being moved or lifted by a simple machine. • Some examples of this simple machine are: an axe,knife,chisel,scissors,shovel,nail and a doorstop. • ...
Simple Machines 2026-02-20
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- Simple Machines change the _______ and force of the load
- A pulled rope over a wheel that changes the direction of force
- a simple machine made up of two inclined planes designed to split something in half
- Spirally grooved cylinder that allows for easier construction
- Simple Machine that increases distance while decrease force
- the weight or mass of an object that simple Machines carry
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- a simple device for changing the amount of direction and force
- A simple machine that allows a load to lifted using a fulcrum
- Simple machine designed to carry loads long distances
- A push or pull acting up on another force
10 Clues: A push or pull acting up on another force • Simple machine designed to carry loads long distances • Simple Machines change the _______ and force of the load • the weight or mass of an object that simple Machines carry • Simple Machine that increases distance while decrease force • A simple machine that allows a load to lifted using a fulcrum • ...
vocabulary Crossword 2014-06-01
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- point- A location to which another location is compared.
- The ability to do work or to cause a change.
- Advantage- The number of times a machine multiplies the input force;output force divided by input force.
- A force that resists the motion between two surfaces in contact with on another.
- A speed in a specific direction.
- Machines- A machine that is made up of two or more simple machines.
- A measure of how fast something moves through a particular distance over a definite time period.Speed is distance divided by time.
- Energy- Stored energy; the energy an object has due to its position,
- Energy- The energy of motion. A moving object has the most kinetic
- A push or pull; something that changes the motion of an object.
- The resistance of an object to a change in the speed or the direction of its motion.
- Has a north and south pole. Attracts or repels objects.
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- Machines- One of the basic machines on which al other mechanical
- The use of force to move an object over a distance.
- The rate at which velocity changes over time.
- first law- Objects at rest remain at rest, and objects in motion remain in motion with the same velocity, unless acted on by an unbalanced force.
- a different motion to a second observer, depending on how the two observers are moving with respect to one another.
- third law- every time one object exerts a force on another object, the
- at the point where it moves the fastest.
- The force that objects exert on each other because of their masses.
- A change in position over time.
- arrangement, or chemical composition.
- object exerts a force equal in size and opposite in direction back on the first object.
- are based. The six simple machines are the lever,inclined plane, wheel, and axle, pulley, wedge, and screw.
- of reference- An object may appear to have one motion to one observer
25 Clues: A change in position over time. • A speed in a specific direction. • arrangement, or chemical composition. • at the point where it moves the fastest. • The ability to do work or to cause a change. • The rate at which velocity changes over time. • The use of force to move an object over a distance. • point- A location to which another location is compared. • ...
Simple Machines/Rube Goldberg Machines 2019-11-27
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- who would like to use it
- how is it helpful
- what is a rube Goldberg machine
- why did he make it
- when was it invented
- why is it helpful
- how did he invent it
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- what can it do
- who will get benefit from it
- who did he do it for
- who might like it
- how can you use it
- how might it be useful
- what would he do if it didn't work
- when can you use it
- Who is the person that invented Rube Goldberg Machines
16 Clues: what can it do • how is it helpful • who might like it • why is it helpful • how can you use it • why did he make it • when can you use it • who did he do it for • when was it invented • how did he invent it • how might it be useful • who would like to use it • who will get benefit from it • what is a rube Goldberg machine • what would he do if it didn't work • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-19
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- the measurement for work
- a simple machine that lifts heavy objects
- a simple machines with 2 bigger wheels and a smaller object going through
- an uneven surface used for puling or pushing heavy objects
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- two inclined planes the are moveable
- the measurement for distance
- the measurement for power
- the measurement for force
- a rigid bar resting on a pivot
- an iclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
10 Clues: the measurement for work • the measurement for power • the measurement for force • the measurement for distance • a rigid bar resting on a pivot • two inclined planes the are moveable • a simple machine that lifts heavy objects • an iclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • an uneven surface used for puling or pushing heavy objects • ...
Simple Machines 2021-06-11
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- an inclined plane is a ___________ machine
- used to join things together
- a test to discover something
- the support in which a lever rests
- a simple machine that separates or lifts
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- something you an use to do work
- a machine with more than one simple machine
- a bar that sits on a fulcrum
- give it your best try
- a small wheel and rope
10 Clues: give it your best try • a small wheel and rope • used to join things together • a bar that sits on a fulcrum • a test to discover something • something you an use to do work • the support in which a lever rests • a simple machine that separates or lifts • an inclined plane is a ___________ machine • a machine with more than one simple machine
Simple Machines 2021-05-21
10 Clues: a broom • measure of work • support of a lever • plane- a steep angle • measure of electricity • how far something is off • and axle -axle and a wheel • how much pressure is applied • Inclined plane around a cylinder • how far something has traveled over a period of time
Simple Machines 2021-05-20
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- Two or more simple machines working together to make work easier.
- at an angle to the horizontal.
- possession of control
- fix in position
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- any of several devices with few or no moving parts that are used to modify motion
- effort to do
- is a wheel that carries a flexible rope
- a short, slender, sharp-pointed metal pin
- strength or energy exerted
- is a type of lever,
10 Clues: effort to do • fix in position • is a type of lever, • possession of control • strength or energy exerted • at an angle to the horizontal. • is a wheel that carries a flexible rope • a short, slender, sharp-pointed metal pin • Two or more simple machines working together to make work easier. • any of several devices with few or no moving parts that are used to modify motion
Simple Machines 2022-06-02
10 Clues: tire • elevator • doorstop • bottle lid • baseball Bat • unit of energy • inclined plane • measure of force • measure of energy transfer • an influence that can change the motion of an object
Simple machines 2022-12-06
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- a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim.
- any of several devices with few or no moving parts that are used to modify motion and the magnitude of a force in order to perform work
- a mechanism that converts rotational motion to linear motion
- the action or process of moving or being moved
- a piece of a substance (such as wood or iron) that tapers to a thin edge and is used for splitting wood and rocks
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- used to make tasks easier in terms of manipulating force by applying the concept of mechanical advantage
- simple machine consisting of a sloping surface, used for raising heavy bodies.
- a thing that plays a central or essential role in an activity, event, or situation.
- A lever is a simple machine made of a rigid beam and a fulcrum
- strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.
10 Clues: the action or process of moving or being moved • a mechanism that converts rotational motion to linear motion • A lever is a simple machine made of a rigid beam and a fulcrum • strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement. • a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim. • ...
Simple machines 2022-12-06
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- a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim.
- any of several devices with few or no moving parts that are used to modify motion and the magnitude of a force in order to perform work
- a mechanism that converts rotational motion to linear motion
- the action or process of moving or being moved
- a piece of a substance (such as wood or iron) that tapers to a thin edge and is used for splitting wood and rocks
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- used to make tasks easier in terms of manipulating force by applying the concept of mechanical advantage
- simple machine consisting of a sloping surface, used for raising heavy bodies.
- a thing that plays a central or essential role in an activity, event, or situation.
- A lever is a simple machine made of a rigid beam and a fulcrum
- strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.
10 Clues: the action or process of moving or being moved • a mechanism that converts rotational motion to linear motion • A lever is a simple machine made of a rigid beam and a fulcrum • strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement. • a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim. • ...
Simple Machines 2021-04-15
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- fulcrum is between the input force and output force
- sloping surface, suchas a ramp that reduces the amount of force required to do work
- grooved wheel with a rope, chain, or cable running along groove
- output force is between fulcrum and input force
- an inclinded plane with two sloping sides
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- consists of an axle attached to cener of a larger wheel so that the wheel and axle rotate together
- two or more simple machines that operate together
- machine that does work with only one movement of the machine
- Bar that isi free to pivot around fixed point
- Inclinded plane wrapped in a spiral around a cylindrical post
10 Clues: an inclinded plane with two sloping sides • Bar that isi free to pivot around fixed point • output force is between fulcrum and input force • two or more simple machines that operate together • fulcrum is between the input force and output force • machine that does work with only one movement of the machine • ...
Simple Machines 2021-10-26
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- Can be used to make splitting wood a breeze
- reduces efficiency
- Can be used to hold things together
- Can be used to lift water from a well
- Newton's second law, an object in _____
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- Used on a car
- Can be used to lift heavier things with ease
- An object builds up __ while rolling down a hill
- Used to push or pull things like star wars
- Is a big part of the inclined plane
10 Clues: Used on a car • reduces efficiency • Can be used to hold things together • Is a big part of the inclined plane • Can be used to lift water from a well • Newton's second law, an object in _____ • Used to push or pull things like star wars • Can be used to make splitting wood a breeze • Can be used to lift heavier things with ease • ...
Simple machines 2021-10-23
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- An example of a lever
- The weight of an object
- A simple machine used to achieve mechanical advantage
- The amount of force required to lift or move an object
- The place where the rod pivots (or rotates)
- A pin or shaft on which a mechanical part turns
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- A simple machine comprised of a wheel on a fixed axle with a groove to guide a rope or cable
- Pulleys ________ the amount of effort needed to lift objects
- Archimedes said 'Give me a lever long enough and I shall move the _______'
- Pulleys can change force needed, speed and the __________
10 Clues: An example of a lever • The weight of an object • The place where the rod pivots (or rotates) • A pin or shaft on which a mechanical part turns • A simple machine used to achieve mechanical advantage • The amount of force required to lift or move an object • Pulleys can change force needed, speed and the __________ • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-15
Simple machines 2021-05-16
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- any device that makes work easier
- a wheel and axel with a cable
- a flat surface tilted at a angle
- the object being moved
- the force to move the load
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- a circular piece rotating on a axis
- a inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- example is a axe
- mechanical device that allows wight to be lifted with less effort
- the pivot of a lever
10 Clues: example is a axe • the pivot of a lever • the object being moved • the force to move the load • a wheel and axel with a cable • a flat surface tilted at a angle • any device that makes work easier • a circular piece rotating on a axis • a inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • mechanical device that allows wight to be lifted with less effort
Simple Machines 2021-05-17
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- class lever - fulcrum at the end, load in the middle; wheel barrow, car-jack
- - A device that is thick at one end and tapers to a thin edge at the other end.
- - An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- - a simple machine consisting of a bar that pivots on a fixed point
- class lever - fulcrum at the end, effort in the middle; tweezers, baseball bat
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- Plane - a slanted surface along which a force moves an object to a different elevation
- - A simple machine that consists of a grooved wheel with a rope or cable wrapped around it.
- and Axle - a lifting machine consisting of a rope and wheel that unwinds from a wheel to lift something
- class lever - fulcrum in the middle; see-saw, hammer, scissors
- - unit to measure distance
10 Clues: - unit to measure distance • - An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • class lever - fulcrum in the middle; see-saw, hammer, scissors • - a simple machine consisting of a bar that pivots on a fixed point • class lever - fulcrum at the end, load in the middle; wheel barrow, car-jack • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-17
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- An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- fulcrum at the end, load in the middle; wheel barrow, car-jack
- fulcrum at the end, effort in the middle; tweezers, baseball bat
- A device that is thick at one end and tapers to a thin edge at the other end.
- a slanted surface along which a force moves an object to a different elevation
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- fulcrum in the middle; see-saw, hammer, scissors
- unit to measure distance
- a lifting machine consisting of a rope and wheel that unwinds from a wheel to lift something
- a simple machine consisting of a bar that pivots on a fixed point
- A simple machine that consists of a grooved wheel with a rope or cable wrapped around it.
10 Clues: unit to measure distance • An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • fulcrum in the middle; see-saw, hammer, scissors • fulcrum at the end, load in the middle; wheel barrow, car-jack • fulcrum at the end, effort in the middle; tweezers, baseball bat • a simple machine consisting of a bar that pivots on a fixed point • ...
Simple Machines 2021-11-03
10 Clues: easy • like a ramp • like an axe • a rod or spindle • circle that spins • like a spiral slide • a rigid bar resting on a pivot • two wheels and a cable used to move weight • an influence that can change the motion of a object • physical system with ordered structural and functional properties
Simple Machines 2023-01-26
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- An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.
- The force used to accomplish the task.
- The point at which the rod pivots.
- Any device that makes work easier by changing the direction or amount of force to accomplish a task.
- a machine used to secure or separate two objects.
- The task being accomplished.
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- A cylindrical drum to which a wheel is fastened to an axle.
- A plane inclined at an angle to the horizontal.
- A wheel with a grooved rim around which a cord passes over or under.
- A simple mechanical device that allows a weight to be lifted with less effort.
10 Clues: The task being accomplished. • The point at which the rod pivots. • The force used to accomplish the task. • An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder. • A plane inclined at an angle to the horizontal. • a machine used to secure or separate two objects. • A cylindrical drum to which a wheel is fastened to an axle. • ...
Simple Machines 2023-01-26
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- The point at which the rod pivots.
- The force used to make the machine work.
- Door handle
- Steps
- Knife
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- Jar of peanut butter
- Any device that makes work easier by changing the direction or amount of force to accomplish a task.
- Flagpole
- Seesaw
- Location of the Fulcrum compared to the task being accomplished.
10 Clues: Steps • Knife • Seesaw • Flagpole • Door handle • Jar of peanut butter • The point at which the rod pivots. • The force used to make the machine work. • Location of the Fulcrum compared to the task being accomplished. • Any device that makes work easier by changing the direction or amount of force to accomplish a task.
Simple Machines 2023-01-26
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- Object being lifted.
- The force used to accomplish the task.
- Any device that makes work easier by changing the direction or amount of force to accomplish a task.
- An axe
- Inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.
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- Point at which the rod pivots.
- A circular piece rotating on an axis.
- A wheel with a grooved rim around which a cord passes.
- a mechanical device that allows a weight to be lifted with less effort.
- A plane inclined at an angle to the horizontal.
10 Clues: An axe • Object being lifted. • Point at which the rod pivots. • A circular piece rotating on an axis. • The force used to accomplish the task. • Inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder. • A plane inclined at an angle to the horizontal. • A wheel with a grooved rim around which a cord passes. • a mechanical device that allows a weight to be lifted with less effort. • ...
Simple Machines 2023-04-24
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- is an incline plane. The indent that spirals around the core is called the thread. This provides a turning effect of a force.
- calculated by dividing the size of the load by the size of the effort.
- is an incline plane that moves through an object and changes the direction of a downward force to a sideway force.
- A machine is a device that makes a physical task easier.
- is a special type of wheel and axle that makes it easier for you to lift a load. The wheel has a groove around it so that a rope or cable can be passed over or under it.
- This is when you apply a force to a small object (pedals of a bike) and the force is magnified on a larger object (the wheel of a bike)
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- this is when a small force moves are larger load.
- is used to move a heavy object up an incline plane.
- a lever is fixed at one end and rotated
- Has 3 components (effort, load and fulcrum)
10 Clues: a lever is fixed at one end and rotated • Has 3 components (effort, load and fulcrum) • this is when a small force moves are larger load. • is used to move a heavy object up an incline plane. • A machine is a device that makes a physical task easier. • calculated by dividing the size of the load by the size of the effort. • ...
simple machines 2021-12-16
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- is the transfer of energy through motion
- is an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides instead of one.
- is a device that makes work easier with only one movement.
- is a slanted surface or ramp.
- is a bar that is free to turn on a fixed point called a fulcrum.
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- is a machine that combines two or more simple machines.
- is a measure of how much of the work put into a machine is changed to useful work put out by a machine.
- is a machine consisting of two wheels of different sizes that rotate together.
- is an inclined plane that turns around a central point.
- is a rope wrapped around a wheel.
10 Clues: is a slanted surface or ramp. • is a rope wrapped around a wheel. • is the transfer of energy through motion • is a machine that combines two or more simple machines. • is an inclined plane that turns around a central point. • is an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides instead of one. • is a device that makes work easier with only one movement. • ...
simple machines 2021-12-16
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- small rod that holds things together
- lifts a object using a board of bar
- has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable
- connects a lower surface to a higher surface
- the ratio to input force
- has at least one slanted side
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- connects items so objects can move
- used to modify motion
- lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
- advantage of a prefect machine
10 Clues: used to modify motion • the ratio to input force • has at least one slanted side • advantage of a prefect machine • connects items so objects can move • lifts a object using a board of bar • small rod that holds things together • has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable • connects a lower surface to a higher surface • lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
simple machines 2021-12-16
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- small rod that holds things together
- lifts a object using a board of bar
- has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable
- connects a lower surface to a higher surface
- the ratio to input force
- has at least one slanted side
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- connects items so objects can move
- used to modify motion
- lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
- advantage of a prefect machine
10 Clues: used to modify motion • the ratio to input force • has at least one slanted side • advantage of a prefect machine • connects items so objects can move • lifts a object using a board of bar • small rod that holds things together • has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable • connects a lower surface to a higher surface • lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
Simple Machines 2024-02-23
10 Clues: A slanted plain • Rotates on an axel • A beam on a fulcrum • Force applied to lever • Holds objects together • Rope with little supports • Point where a lever pivots • Force weighing down a lever • Anything that makes work easier • Two inclined plains put together
Simple Machines 2024-02-23
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- something that makes work easier
- the object being lifted
- a bar that pivots on a fixed support
- these two parts together rotate in the same direction
- Used to push objects apart, or cut
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- the point at which the rod pivots
- Decreases the amount of force by increasing the distance
- a flat surfaced raised at an angle
- a pulled rope over a wheel
- When a force and motion of an object are in the same direction
10 Clues: the object being lifted • a pulled rope over a wheel • something that makes work easier • the point at which the rod pivots • a flat surfaced raised at an angle • Used to push objects apart, or cut • a bar that pivots on a fixed support • these two parts together rotate in the same direction • Decreases the amount of force by increasing the distance • ...
Simple Machines 2023-12-14
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- What does ideal mechanical advantage stand for?
- What class lever is like a seesaw?
- Is a slanted surface or ramp.
- How many types of pulleys are there?
- What does actual mechanical advantage stand for?
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- Is a device that makes work easier with only one movement.
- Is a rope wrapped around a wheel.
- How many simple machines are there?
- What is the variable for force?
- What simple machine has a fulcrum?
10 Clues: Is a slanted surface or ramp. • What is the variable for force? • Is a rope wrapped around a wheel. • What class lever is like a seesaw? • What simple machine has a fulcrum? • How many simple machines are there? • How many types of pulleys are there? • What does ideal mechanical advantage stand for? • What does actual mechanical advantage stand for? • ...
Simple Machines 2023-12-12
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- this type of lever is where the fulcrum is between the two forces
- a rope wrapped around a grooved wheel
- an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides
- a bar on a fulcrum
- a machine that uses 2 or more simple machines
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- two wheels of different sizes that rotate together
- a slanted surface or ramp
- an inclined plane that wraps around a central point
- transfer of energy through motion
- the amount of types of pulleys
10 Clues: a bar on a fulcrum • a slanted surface or ramp • the amount of types of pulleys • transfer of energy through motion • a rope wrapped around a grooved wheel • an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides • a machine that uses 2 or more simple machines • two wheels of different sizes that rotate together • an inclined plane that wraps around a central point • ...
Simple machines 2024-03-20
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- work/time
- rope and wheel used to lift something
- typically has 2 sloped sides
- every machine will run more efficiently if you reduce ________
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- type of machine that uses two or more machines which operate together
- this machine has three classes
- measure of how much work put into a machine is changed into useful output
- a device that makes work easier
- between the input and output force in a first class lever
- transfer of energy that occurs when a force makes an object move
10 Clues: work/time • typically has 2 sloped sides • this machine has three classes • a device that makes work easier • rope and wheel used to lift something • between the input and output force in a first class lever • every machine will run more efficiently if you reduce ________ • transfer of energy that occurs when a force makes an object move • ...
Simple Machines 2024-04-22
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- A object being lifted
- Reduces the work needed
- A bar that rest on a pivot and is used to lift something by applying pressure on the opposing side
- A pivoting rod
- A cylinder attached to a concentric wheel
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- A plane at an angle, horizontally
- A inclined plane but with a cylinder wrapped around it
- A wheel with a grooved end which a cord passes over or under
- The force used to lift an object
- Some sort of material having a thick and short end used to be driven into an object
10 Clues: A pivoting rod • A object being lifted • Reduces the work needed • The force used to lift an object • A plane at an angle, horizontally • A cylinder attached to a concentric wheel • A inclined plane but with a cylinder wrapped around it • A wheel with a grooved end which a cord passes over or under • ...
Simple Machines 2025-04-30
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- the most common type of simple machine
- a sloping surface that makes it easier to move objects up and down
- a simple machine with a sharp edge used for splitting/cutting and holding things open
- There are ___ main types of levers.
- A wheel with a groove that holds a rope or cabel
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- This machine is used in vehicles and gears.
- This is multiplied
- Mechanical advantages refers to the.
- an inclined plane wrapped around an object.
- What the lever rests on.
10 Clues: This is multiplied • What the lever rests on. • There are ___ main types of levers. • Mechanical advantages refers to the. • the most common type of simple machine • This machine is used in vehicles and gears. • an inclined plane wrapped around an object. • A wheel with a groove that holds a rope or cabel • ...
Simple Machines 2024-10-23
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- an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder used to connect objects
- where the lever pivots
- allows weight to be lifted with less effort
- a ramp that allows objects to be moved with less effort
- what is being lifted
- allows objects to be separated with less effort
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- wheels connected to an axle to provide movement of an object with less effort
- any device that makes work easier
- a contraption of a wheel with rope connected to it causing movement when pulled
- the force needed to lift or move an object
10 Clues: what is being lifted • where the lever pivots • any device that makes work easier • the force needed to lift or move an object • allows weight to be lifted with less effort • allows objects to be separated with less effort • a ramp that allows objects to be moved with less effort • an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder used to connect objects • ...
Simple machines 2025-11-21
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- amount of work and force you put forward.
- a stiff bar that moves about a fixed point
- An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or cone
- object that is trying to be moved
- A flat surface that is raised so that one end is higher than the other
- A wheel that has a rope wrapped around it
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- Point at which a rod pivots
- Consists of a rod attached to a wheel
- machine tools used to make work easier
- Wide at one end and wide at the other
10 Clues: Point at which a rod pivots • object that is trying to be moved • Consists of a rod attached to a wheel • Wide at one end and wide at the other • amount of work and force you put forward. • A wheel that has a rope wrapped around it • a stiff bar that moves about a fixed point • machine tools used to make work easier • ...
simple machines 2025-05-27
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- the point on which a lever rests and pivots
- A wheel with teeth that fit together to transmit motion
- a wheel with teeth designed to mesh with other toothed components, typically other gears, to transmit rotational motion and force
- A round object that helps things roll
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- an inclined surface or plane; a slope
- Simple machine consisting of a sloping surface
- a rotating or non-rotating shaft that supports wheels, allows them to turn
- A flat surface tilted at an angle to help move things up or down
- flat support surface used to raise objects
- a bar used to lift or move something
10 Clues: a bar used to lift or move something • an inclined surface or plane; a slope • A round object that helps things roll • flat support surface used to raise objects • the point on which a lever rests and pivots • Simple machine consisting of a sloping surface • A wheel with teeth that fit together to transmit motion • ...
Simple Machines 2026-01-09
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- Spiral inclined plane
- Basic types of machines that are classified in specific categories and are the basic for all other forms of machines
- Lever, pulley, and wheel & axle are part of what family?
- A doorknob is an example of a
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- Inclined plane, wedge, and screw are part of what family?
- The fixed point that a lever pivots on
- A simple machine that has two inclined planes that are placed back-to-back
- Flat, slanted surface that at a angle
- Simple machine that uses a rigid bar and a fulcrum
- Window blinds is an example of a
10 Clues: Spiral inclined plane • A doorknob is an example of a • Window blinds is an example of a • Flat, slanted surface that at a angle • The fixed point that a lever pivots on • Simple machine that uses a rigid bar and a fulcrum • Lever, pulley, and wheel & axle are part of what family? • Inclined plane, wedge, and screw are part of what family? • ...
simple machines 2025-12-15
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- A tool with a sharp edge used to cut or split
- An inclined plane wrapped around a rod
- A bar that moves around a fixed point to lift or move objects
- A wheel with a rope or chain used to lift things
- A rod that goes through a wheel to help it turn
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- A device that uses a rope and drum to lift or pull heavy object
- and Axle, A round object that turns around a rod to make work easier
- Plane, A flat surface set at an angle to move objects upward
- Another word for an inclined plane
- A wheel with teeth that transfers motion
10 Clues: Another word for an inclined plane • An inclined plane wrapped around a rod • A wheel with teeth that transfers motion • A tool with a sharp edge used to cut or split • A rod that goes through a wheel to help it turn • A wheel with a rope or chain used to lift things • Plane, A flat surface set at an angle to move objects upward • ...
Simple Machines/Rube goldberg Machines 2019-11-27
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- what would he do if it didn't work
- who will get benefit from it
- Who is the person that invented Rube Goldberg Machines
- how might it be useful
- what can it do
- how is it helpful
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- what is a rube Goldberg machine
- why is it helpful
- who did he do it for
- how can you use it
- who would like to use it
- who might like it
- why did he make it
- when was it invented
- when can you use it
- how did he invent it
16 Clues: what can it do • why is it helpful • who might like it • how is it helpful • how can you use it • why did he make it • when can you use it • who did he do it for • when was it invented • how did he invent it • how might it be useful • who would like to use it • who will get benefit from it • what is a rube Goldberg machine • what would he do if it didn't work • ...
9.1/9.2 Vocab 2014-11-05
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- The sciencey term for the pivot under a lever.
- A two word quantity that is calculated to show how much a machine can multiply your force or distance.
- A three word reminder on how we get the energy for simple machines
- If you want a machine to GIVE you more force you MUST put more _____________ into the machine than you get out of it.
- The metric unit for power.
- If the work equation is put into the triangle, what goes on top (you need the term not the variable for the crossword).
- The 'merican unit for power commonly used for engines.
- Even though they do not look like it at first, pulleys are in which family of simple machines?
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- A two word phrase that describes tools like pulleys, levers, etc.
- The 'merican unit for energy still used commonly when describing the energy stored in food.
- A two word term that describes when you combine simple machines together to get even more mechanical advantage.
- The calculated quantity that describes how quickly something can do work.
- The metric unit for work/energy.
- Simple machines can only give you __________ energy compared to what you put into them (less, more, or same).
14 Clues: The metric unit for power. • The metric unit for work/energy. • The sciencey term for the pivot under a lever. • The 'merican unit for power commonly used for engines. • A two word phrase that describes tools like pulleys, levers, etc. • A three word reminder on how we get the energy for simple machines • ...
Simple Machines 2021-03-15
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- a long inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
- a long beam on top of an object used to lift objects
- a flat surface raised at an angle
- force on an object towards where it is coming from
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- the measure of energy transferred over a distance
- a rob in between 2 circles
- pressure put on an object
- a moving inclined plane
- a circle and a rope used to pull objects upward
- using force on an object opposite of where the force is coming from
10 Clues: a moving inclined plane • pressure put on an object • a rob in between 2 circles • a flat surface raised at an angle • a long inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder • a circle and a rope used to pull objects upward • the measure of energy transferred over a distance • force on an object towards where it is coming from • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-18
10 Clues: ramp • spiral staircase • turns on an axle • how fast work is done • axe stuck in tree stump • how fast a machine works • beam pivoted at a fulcrum • force produced by a machine • support movement from a cable • how much of something is done
Simple Machines 2021-05-21
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- the force exerted on a machine
- uses the measurement Seconds
- uses the measurement Joules
- a simple machine consisting of a flat surface with one end higher than the other
- uses the measurement Meters
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- uses the measurement Newtons
- the percentage of the input work that is converted to output work
- uses the measurement Watts
- the fixed point around which a lever pivots
- the force exerted on an object by a machine
10 Clues: uses the measurement Watts • uses the measurement Joules • uses the measurement Meters • uses the measurement Newtons • uses the measurement Seconds • the force exerted on a machine • the fixed point around which a lever pivots • the force exerted on an object by a machine • the percentage of the input work that is converted to output work • ...
simple machines 2021-05-21
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- an inclined plane wrapped around a flat middle object
- the load is located between the effort and the fulcrum
- a simple machine makes work harder to do
- used to lift things
- the same as a bike
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- when the fulcrum is in between the force and load
- a lever is the same as a seesaw
- something that is use on an axe
- the fulcrum is at the end of the beam but the force is located between the fulcrum and the force of the load
- plane can be used as a ramp
10 Clues: the same as a bike • used to lift things • plane can be used as a ramp • a lever is the same as a seesaw • something that is use on an axe • a simple machine makes work harder to do • when the fulcrum is in between the force and load • an inclined plane wrapped around a flat middle object • the load is located between the effort and the fulcrum • ...
Simple Machines 2021-10-26
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- Can be used to make splitting wood a breeze
- reduces efficiency
- Can be used to hold things together
- Can be used to lift water from a well
- Newton's second law, an object in _____
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- Used on a car
- Can be used to lift heavier things with ease
- An object builds up _____ when rolling down a hill
- Used to push or pull things like star wars
- Is a big part of the inclined plane
10 Clues: Used on a car • reduces efficiency • Can be used to hold things together • Is a big part of the inclined plane • Can be used to lift water from a well • Newton's second law, an object in _____ • Used to push or pull things like star wars • Can be used to make splitting wood a breeze • Can be used to lift heavier things with ease • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-17
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- When a fixed pulley and a movable pulley are used together, the pulley system is called a
- a simple machine consisting of two circular objects of different sizes
- the load is between the fulcrum and the input force
- an inclined plane that is wrapped in a spiral
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- a simple machine that is a straight slanted surface
- the input force is between the fulcrum and the load
- a simple machine consisting of a grooved wheel that holds a rope or cable
- the fulcrum is between the input force and the load
- is a piece of wood, metal, or some other material having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge, that is driven between two objects or parts of an object to secure or separate them
- is a rigid bar resting on a pivot, used to help move a heavy or firmly fixed load with one end when pressure is applied to the other
10 Clues: an inclined plane that is wrapped in a spiral • a simple machine that is a straight slanted surface • the input force is between the fulcrum and the load • the fulcrum is between the input force and the load • the load is between the fulcrum and the input force • a simple machine consisting of two circular objects of different sizes • ...
Simple Machines 2021-05-19
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- used to join things together by being rotated so that it pierces wood or other material and is held tightly in place
- a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim
- consisting of a wheel attached to a smaller axle so that these two parts rotate together
- the measurement for work
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- a sloping ramp up which heavy loads can be raised by ropes or chains
- having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge
- the measurement for force
- the measurement for distance
- the measurement for power
- a rigid bar resting on a pivot
10 Clues: the measurement for work • the measurement for force • the measurement for power • the measurement for distance • a rigid bar resting on a pivot • having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge • a sloping ramp up which heavy loads can be raised by ropes or chains • a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim • ...
Simple Machines 2021-10-18
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- a short, slender, sharp-pointed metal pin with a raised helical thread running around it and a slotted head, used to join things together by being rotated so that it pierces wood or other material and is held tightly in place.
- a rigid bar resting on a pivot, used to help move a heavy or firmly fixed load with one end when pressure is applied to the other.
- piece of wood, metal, or some other material having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge, that is driven between two objects or parts of an object to secure or separate them.
- sloping ramp up which heavy loads can be raised by ropes or chains.
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- a simple lifting machine consisting of a rope which unwinds from a wheel on to a cylindrical drum or shaft joined to the wheel to provide mechanical advantage.
- (of a person) move forward on the hands and knees or by dragging the body close to the ground.
- the rate at which someone or something is able to move or operate.
- a vigorous or determined attempt.
- a wheel with a grooved rim around which a cord passes. It acts to change the direction of a force applied to the cord and is chiefly used (typically in combination) to raise heavy weights.
- move slowly and carefully in order to avoid being heard or noticed.
10 Clues: a vigorous or determined attempt. • the rate at which someone or something is able to move or operate. • move slowly and carefully in order to avoid being heard or noticed. • sloping ramp up which heavy loads can be raised by ropes or chains. • (of a person) move forward on the hands and knees or by dragging the body close to the ground. • ...
Simple Machines 2021-06-15
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- bar resting on a pivot
- rod or spindle passing through the center of a wheel
- the point on which a lever rests
- acts to change the direction of a force
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- spiral threaded cylinder; used to join things together
- uses wedges to push the two sides apart
- something solid that can be pushed between 2 things
- circular object that revolves on an axle to create movement
- inclined plane
- push or pull
10 Clues: push or pull • inclined plane • bar resting on a pivot • the point on which a lever rests • uses wedges to push the two sides apart • acts to change the direction of a force • something solid that can be pushed between 2 things • rod or spindle passing through the center of a wheel • spiral threaded cylinder; used to join things together • ...
Simple Machines 2022-03-23
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- Incline plane wrapped in a spiral around a cylindrical post
- Fixed wheel with a rope, chain or cable running along groove
- Two or more simple machines working together
- an inclined plane with one or two sloping sides
- Fulcrum is in between the input and output force
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- Output force is between fulcrum and input force
- consists of an axle attached to center of a larger wheel so that the wheel and axle work together
- Bar free to pivot around a fixed point
- attached to something that dosnt move
- Input force is in between fulcrum and output force
10 Clues: attached to something that dosnt move • Bar free to pivot around a fixed point • Two or more simple machines working together • Output force is between fulcrum and input force • an inclined plane with one or two sloping sides • Fulcrum is in between the input and output force • Input force is in between fulcrum and output force • ...
Simple Machines 2021-11-30
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- the fixed point that the lever is supported
- the transfer of energy through motion
- a measure of how much of the work put into a machine is changed to useful work put out by a machine
- a machine consisting of two wheels of different sizes that rotate together
- a device that makes work easier with only one movement
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- a machine that combines two or more simple machines
- a rope wrapped around a wheel
- an inclined plane that turns around a center point
- an inclined with 2 sloping sides instead of one
- a bar that is free to turn on a fixed point called a fulcrum
10 Clues: a rope wrapped around a wheel • the transfer of energy through motion • the fixed point that the lever is supported • an inclined with 2 sloping sides instead of one • an inclined plane that turns around a center point • a machine that combines two or more simple machines • a device that makes work easier with only one movement • ...
Simple Machines 2021-12-13
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- a slanted surface or ramp
- wheels that connect to an axle
- type of inclined plane that turns around the center point
- this is another type of inclined plane but with two sloping sides instead of one
- unit for work
- this is a rope that is wrapped around a wheel
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- force resistance/force effort
- a bar that turns on a piece called the fulcrum
- makes work easier by trading force for distance
- force exerted over distance
10 Clues: unit for work • a slanted surface or ramp • force exerted over distance • force resistance/force effort • wheels that connect to an axle • this is a rope that is wrapped around a wheel • a bar that turns on a piece called the fulcrum • makes work easier by trading force for distance • type of inclined plane that turns around the center point • ...
Simple Machines 2021-12-15
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- the transfer of energy through motion and has to be exerted over a distance
- a rope wrappped around a wheel
- two wheels of different sizes that rotate
- an incline plane that turns around a central point
- a bar that is free to turn on a fixed point called a fulcrum
- advantage over the work completed
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- a machine that combines two or more simple
- a device that makes work easier with only one movement
- an incline plane with two sloping sides instead of one
- plane, a slanted surface or ramp
10 Clues: a rope wrappped around a wheel • plane, a slanted surface or ramp • advantage over the work completed • two wheels of different sizes that rotate • a machine that combines two or more simple • an incline plane that turns around a central point • a device that makes work easier with only one movement • an incline plane with two sloping sides instead of one • ...
Simple Machines 2021-12-16
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- is a bar that is free to turn on a fixed point called a fulcrum.
- is the transfer of energy through motion
- is a slanted surface or ramp.
- is a machine consisting of two wheels of different sizes that rotate together.
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- the fulcrum is located between the two forces.
- a device that makes work easier
- is a measure of how much of the work put into a machine is changed to useful work put out by a machine.
- is an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides instead of one.
- is an inclined plane that turns around a central point.
- is a rope wrapped around a wheel.
10 Clues: is a slanted surface or ramp. • a device that makes work easier • is a rope wrapped around a wheel. • is the transfer of energy through motion • the fulcrum is located between the two forces. • is an inclined plane that turns around a central point. • is an inclined plane with 2 sloping sides instead of one. • ...
simple machines 2021-12-16
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- small rod that holds things together
- lifts a object using a board of bar
- has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable
- connects a lower surface to a higher surface
- the ratio to input force
- has at least one slanted side
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- connects items so objects can move
- used to modify motion
- lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
- advantage of a prefect machine
10 Clues: used to modify motion • the ratio to input force • has at least one slanted side • advantage of a prefect machine • connects items so objects can move • lifts a object using a board of bar • small rod that holds things together • has a wheel with a rope,belt or cable • connects a lower surface to a higher surface • lever the fulcrum is located between the two forces
Simple Machines 2022-04-06
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- ___ is an example of a force through direct contact.
- Magnestism works without direct ___?
- The force of friction permits humans to ___.
- Magnets have two ___.
- A ___ can lift heavy things.
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- Force produces change in___.
- A machine can help us do something with less___.
- A machine can change the ___ of a force.
- An example of a compound machine is a ___.
- A mirror breaking is an example of the change in___.
10 Clues: Magnets have two ___. • Force produces change in___. • A ___ can lift heavy things. • Magnestism works without direct ___? • A machine can change the ___ of a force. • An example of a compound machine is a ___. • The force of friction permits humans to ___. • A machine can help us do something with less___. • ___ is an example of a force through direct contact. • ...
simple machines 2017-04-26
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- a rigid bar that is free to turn at a fixed point
- the rate at which work is done
- modified inclined plane that wraps around a shaft
- barrow what a second class lever is like
- the amount of classes of levers there are
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- a rope, belt, or chain wrapped around a grooved wheel
- the unit of measurement for work
- it is done when a force causes an object to move
- the distance between the threads in a screw
- the unit of measurement for power
10 Clues: the rate at which work is done • the unit of measurement for work • the unit of measurement for power • barrow what a second class lever is like • the amount of classes of levers there are • the distance between the threads in a screw • it is done when a force causes an object to move • a rigid bar that is free to turn at a fixed point • ...
Simple Machines 2016-11-24
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- Shovel, nutcracker, seesaw, crowbar, elbow, tweezers, bottle opener
- Less effort more speed
- Less effort more force
- Screw, jar lid, vise, bolt, drill, corkscrew
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- Knife, pin, nail, chisel, axe, snowplow, front of a boat
- Car, wagon, doorknob, pencil sharpener, bike
- Load/Effort
- Slide, stairs, ramp, escalator, slope
- Devices to make life easier
- Curtain rod, tow truck, mini-blind, flag pole, crane
10 Clues: Load/Effort • Less effort more speed • Less effort more force • Devices to make life easier • Slide, stairs, ramp, escalator, slope • Car, wagon, doorknob, pencil sharpener, bike • Screw, jar lid, vise, bolt, drill, corkscrew • Curtain rod, tow truck, mini-blind, flag pole, crane • Knife, pin, nail, chisel, axe, snowplow, front of a boat • ...
Simple Machines 2016-11-24
10 Clues: plane • Machine • and axle • Advantage • Multipliers • parts move together • about which lever pivots • grooved wheel with a rope or cable around it • of the load force to the effort used by a simple machine. • object with at least one slanting side ending in a sharp edge
Simple Machines 2023-12-12
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- Work is measured in
- A rope wrapped around a wheel
- a device that makes work easier
- a bar that turns at a fixed point
- inclined plane that turns around a central point
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- two wheels that rotate together (different sizes)
- The kind of lever where the fulcrum is in the middle
- This pulley changes the direction of the force
- simple machines decrease this
- inclined plane with two slopes
10 Clues: Work is measured in • A rope wrapped around a wheel • simple machines decrease this • inclined plane with two slopes • a device that makes work easier • a bar that turns at a fixed point • This pulley changes the direction of the force • inclined plane that turns around a central point • two wheels that rotate together (different sizes) • ...
Simple Machines 2022-08-03
10 Clues: used to split m • also called a ramp • a bar that rests on • used to hold materia • used to move obje up • There are --- type of • An example of a wheel • An example of a lever • a rod that lies at the • it's an example of a wedge
Simple machines 2023-03-16
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- attached to something that does not move.
- output force between fulcrum and input force.
- only one movement of the machine.
- fulcrum between the input force and output.
- inclined plane wrapped in a spiral
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- makes wheel free to move
- input betweeen fulcrum and output force.
- multiple simple machines that operate together.
- free to pivot around fixed point.
- moveable and fixed pulleys
10 Clues: makes wheel free to move • moveable and fixed pulleys • free to pivot around fixed point. • only one movement of the machine. • inclined plane wrapped in a spiral • input betweeen fulcrum and output force. • attached to something that does not move. • fulcrum between the input force and output. • output force between fulcrum and input force. • ...
Simple Machines 2023-02-13
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- An object’s change in position with respect to time
- Mechanical device that changes the direction or magnitude of a force
- Triangle used to separate 2 objects
- A circle attached to a stick; they rotate together
- Location of something relative to something else; one of the things a simple machine can change
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- Ramp; used to raise heavy objects
- A circle on a shaft that changes the direction of a taut cable
- Nail-shaped device with a spiral groove; inserted by rotation
- Influence that changes the velocity of an object
- A beam pivoted at a fixed hinge (fulcrum)
10 Clues: Ramp; used to raise heavy objects • Triangle used to separate 2 objects • A beam pivoted at a fixed hinge (fulcrum) • Influence that changes the velocity of an object • A circle attached to a stick; they rotate together • An object’s change in position with respect to time • Nail-shaped device with a spiral groove; inserted by rotation • ...
Simple Machines 2023-02-13
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- object that tapers to a thin edge
- a bar or board that rests on a support called a fulcrum.
- a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim.
- a circular object that revolves on an axle and is fixed below a vehicle or other object to enable it to move easily over the ground.
- a pole with a bucket and counterweight used especially in Egypt for raising water
- a rod or spindle (either fixed or rotating) passing through the center of a wheel or group of wheels.
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- usually circular cylindrical member with a continuous helical rib, used either as a fastener or as a force and motion modifier.
- a vector quantity that refers to "the rate at which an object changes its position."
- machine components excluding any moving fluids
- consists of a sloping surface
10 Clues: consists of a sloping surface • object that tapers to a thin edge • machine components excluding any moving fluids • a bar or board that rests on a support called a fulcrum. • a wheel that carries a flexible rope, cord, cable, chain, or belt on its rim. • a pole with a bucket and counterweight used especially in Egypt for raising water • ...
