Simple Machines and Compound Machines

Type the name of the simple machine that is described in the sentences below. 1. These two parts act as one machine. They roll and are found on cars, bikes, and wheelbarrows. Wheel and Axle 2. A rope, a wheel with a groove in it and a weight make up this simple machine. You can pull down on the rope to lift the weight. Pulley 3. This simple machine can be used to lift a weight. It has a fulcrum, or pivot point, which can be located in the center, near the end or at the end of this simple machine. Lever 4. This simple machine can be used to split things apart or hold a door open. Wedge 5. Examples of this simple machine are used to hold things together. It is made up of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder. Screw 6. A heavy object could be rolled up this simple machine, instead of lifting it straight up. Using this simple machine can save effort, although the object usually covers more distance if this simple machine is used. Inclined Plane Label each simple machine with the correct name. Make sure to use correct spelling. Screw Wedge Inclined Plane Pulley Lever Gears Wheel and Axle Match the real life tool to the simple machine that makes it work. Door Hinges Lever Stairs Inclined Plane Lightbulb Screw Crane Pulley Doorknob Wheel and Axle Push Pin Wedge Work is... energy from the sun a force that moves an object a type of machine a force that pulls you towards the Earth Which of these is NOT an example of an inclined plane? Ladder Stairs Wall Driveway Which of the following incline planes requires the car to go a greater distance but uses less force? 30 Degree Ramp (1st) 45 Degree Ramp (2nd) 60 Degree Ramp (3rd) Match each compound machine with the simple machines of which it is composed. Shovel Lever with a Wedge Scissors Lever with two Wedges Unicycle Pulley with a Wheel and Axle Escalator Incline Plane and a Pulley Pencil Sharpener Wheel and Axle with a Wedge