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A sharp tool formed on joining two inclined planes is known as a wedge.

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A tool which is formed on joining two inclined planes having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge that is used for breaking an object into two pieces or to seperate objects stuck together is called a wedge. e.g. an axe, a knife or a chisel.

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