Simple Machines Examples: Levers
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| Audience/Grade: | 0-8 |
| Discipline(s): |
Design Mechanical Engineering |
| Special Topic(s): |
Simple Machines |
| Learning Resource Type: |
Reference - Visuals |
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Video |
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| Description: | A lever is a simple machine made with a straight bar that moves on a fixed point called a fulcrum. All levers have two parts, the bar and the fulcrum. The longer the lever is, the less force will be needed to move the load. The load and the force move in opposite directions. Notice that as the hammer is pulled down, the nail moves up. Examples and pictures of levers: tab opener for a can, screwdriver, handle on a pump, can openings, and shovel. |
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| Is Component of: |
Simple Machines Made Simple |
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Images of levers Florida State Standards: SC.C.2.2.1.3.1 - Students know the six types of simple machines. SC.H.3.2.3.3.1 - Students understand how scientific discoveries have helped or hindered progress regarding human health and lifestyles. |
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| Publication Date: | October 2006 |
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WWW |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Download URL: | http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/Weblessons/SimpleMachines/mac |
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IEEE LOM Record |
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NEEDS
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