Differentiate between a single fixed pulley and a single movable pulley.

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Difference between a single fixed pulley and a single movable pulley:
S. No Single fixed pulley Single movable pulley
1. In this pulley, axis of rotation of pulley is fixed. Axis of rotation of single movable pulley is not fixed.
2. Load is attached to one end of the rope. Load is attached to pulley.
3. The mechanical advantage of this pulley is 1. The mechanical advantage of this pulley is 2.
4. Example: pulley use to draw water from well. Example: pulley used in crane, gym, lift, etc.

S. No	Single fixed pulley	Single movable pulley
1.	In this pulley, axis of rotation of pulley is fixed.	Axis of rotation of single movable pulley is not fixed.
2.	Load is attached to one end of the rope.	Load is attached to pulley.
3.	The mechanical advantage of this pulley is 1.	The mechanical advantage of this pulley is 2.
4.	Example: pulley use to draw water from well.	Example: pulley used in crane, gym, lift, etc.

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