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Six Simple Machines

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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SIMPLE MACHINES

Screw
Examples of this simple machine are used to hold things together. It is made up of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.

Photo by rickihuang

SCREW

Wedge
This simple machine can be used to split things apart of hold a door open.

Photo by djwtwo

WEDGE

Wheel&Axle
These two parts act as one simple machine. They roll and are found on cars, bikes and wheelbarrows.

Photo by MsKat'sClass

WHEEL AND AXLE

Inclined Plane
A heavy object could be rolled up this simple machine, instead of lifting it straight up.

Photo by swisscan

INCLINED PLANE

Lever
This simple machine can be used to lift a weight. It has a fulcrum, which can be located in the center, near the end, or at the end of this simple machine.

Photo by mstancik

LEVER

Pulley
A rope, a wheel with a groove in it and a weight make up this simple machine. You can pull up or down on the rope to lift the weight.

Photo by Jody Roberts

PULLEY