Simple Machines

Katie S.
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  1. force
    influence that results in motion, stress, etc. when applied
  2. inclined plane
    a simple machine for elevating objects
  3. mechanical device
    mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles
  4. pulley
    a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run
  5. roll
    move by turning over or rotating
  6. simple machine
    a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point
  7. wheel
    a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
Created on Thu Oct 18 11:31:54 EDT 2012 (updated Thu Oct 18 11:51:00 EDT 2012)

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