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Name six simple machines. Give an example of each machine


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Six simple machines and their respective examples are given below:

  1. The lever

Simple examples are a crowbar, claw hammer, a pair of pliers etc.

Crowbar

2. The inclined plane

Examples are ramps, staircases, hilly roads, etc.

Ramp

3. The wedge

Examples are axe, plough, knife, nail, etc.

Axe

4. Screw

Example: A screw.

Screw

5. The wheel and axle

Simple examples are the steering wheel of a car, bicycle pedal etc.

Bicycle pedal

6. The pulley

A simple example is a pulley used in raising a load.

Pulley

Thus, these are some examples of simple machines.


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