Monday, November 1, 2010
Simple Machines
You never know what you can find till you are actually assigned to look for it! For this assignment we took a look at simple machines in our home. Above are pictures of simple machines that I found around my home. However, you need to first know what a simple machine is exactly. A simple machine is tool that is designed to make work easier and have as few as possible parts moving. Below are the the pictures classified where they go under simple machines!
Pulley-fishing pole
Wheel and Axle-fishing pole, bike, can opener, and doorknob
Inclined plane-Stairs
Levers-can opener, scissors, nail clipper, and tweezers.
Wedges-can opener and scissors
Screw-doorknob and can opener
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You have some great examples of simple machines. It is amazing how many are used in every day life.
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