Across
- 1. An inclined plane wrapped around a rod, used to hold things together or lift objects.
- 3. A rigid bar that pivots on a point called the fulcrum, used to lift or move objects.
- 6. Words for Simple Machines
- 7. The use of force to move an object over a distance.
- 8. The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another.
- 10. A simple machine made of a wheel attached to a smaller axle, helping to move or lift things.
- 12. Machine A basic device that changes the direction or magnitude of a force, making work easier.
- 14. The point on which a lever turns or pivots.
- 15. Advantage The number of times a machine increases a force applied to it.
Down
- 2. The ability to do work or cause change.
- 4. A device that makes work easier by changing the size or direction of a force.
- 5. A push or pull that can change the motion of an object.
- 9. Plane A flat surface that is tilted at an angle to help raise or lower objects.
- 10. A tool that is thick at one end and tapers to a thin edge, used for splitting or cutting.
- 11. A wheel with a groove that can change the direction of a force and help lift heavy objects.
- 13. The weight or resistance that is being moved or lifted by a machine.