Simple Machines Crossword
Across
- 4. A type of pulley that changes direction of force
- 6. A device that makes work easier with one simple motion (2 words)
- 8. A fixed point that the lever arm rotates around
- 10. A machine with the load in the center, fulcrum on one side, and effort on the other side (2 words)
- 11. A simple machine that converts rotational force into linear motion, an inclined plane wrapped around a center
- 13. A simple machine consisting of an arm that rotates around a fixed point, 3 types
- 14. The point where force is applied on a lever
- 16. A machine with a fulcrum in the center, load on one side, and effort on the other side (2 words)
- 17. A simple machine made from a slanted surface (2 words)
Down
- 1. A simple machine that rotates to increase an object’s speed
- 2. A machine with the effort point in the center, fulcrum on one side, and load on the other side (2 words)
- 3. A ratio describing how much a machine increases force (2 words)
- 5. A simple machine that changes the direction of force to split something apart
- 7. A simple machine that consists of a rope and a wheel
- 9. A type of pulley that increases the force of an action
- 12. A combination of machines (2 words)
- 15. The ratio between output work and input work