Soc 20 - Levers Flashcards

1
Q

What is a lever

A

In your body the term lever refers to a system of muscles and bone working together to bring about movement.

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2
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4 components of the lever

A

A fulcrum

A load

An effort

Lever arm

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3
Q

A fulcrum

A

A fulcrum (or pivot) the point around which the lever rotates (joints)

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4
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Load

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