Show:
Simple machines
How they work
True or False
Mix and Match
Bonus
100
A grooved wheel that holds a rope is called?
A pulley
100
a moving truck has this slanted surface
An inclined plane
100
Your teachers name is Ms. G
false!
100
the materials we used to make trucks were?
shoe boxes, and wheels and axles
100
a grooved wheel that holds a rope is called what?
a pulley
200
This simple machines pivots on a fulcrum
A lever
200
A bar that moves up and down
a lever
200
spinning is a type of movement
true
200
is a light bulb an example of a pulley?
false, a light bulb is an example of a screw
200
what is friction?
when two surfaces rub together it causes friction
300
What type of simple machine has a slanted side that ends in a sharp edge?
A wedge
300
a flag pole uses this simple machine to move up and down
a pulley
300
things only move if you push them?
false, a pull also causes movement
300
is turning a type of movement?
yes it is
300
do all balls bounce the same?
no, it depends on what the ball is made of, and the height of the drop
400
This simple machine has a slanted surface
An inclined plane
400
an axe is an example of this type of simple machine
a wedge
400
a fulcrum can be at the end of a lever?
true, it can be anywhere on the lever
400
where is a fulcrum placed on a lever?
it can be placed anywhere beneath the lever
400
how do simple machines help humans?
they make it easier to lift, move and do physical work
500
The simple machine that makes it easier to push or pull something is?
A wheel and axle
500
what are three simple machines that could be part of a moving truck
Wheels and axles, inclined plane and screws
500
things move down any ramp at the same speed?
false, it depends on the height of the slope, the bigger the slope the faster things move
500
can you name all 6 simple machines
inclined plane, lever, wedge, screw, pulley and wheels and axles
500
what simple machines are part of a bicycle
wheels and axles, lever (pedals), pulley (gears), screw