Soc20: Levers Flashcards
1
Q
Axis
A
An imaginary straight line around which a body or object rotates.
2
Q
Fulcrum
A
The point around which the lever rotates.
3
Q
Load
A
The force that is applied by the lever system.
4
Q
Effort
A
The force that is applied by the user of the lever system.
5
Q
Fulcrum
A
The point around which the lever rotates(joints).
6
Q
Load
A
The force that is applied by the lever system.
7
Q
Effort
A
A force that is applied by the user of the lever system. This is applied by your muscles.
8
Q
Three different types of levers:
A
First class Second class Third class (most common during exercise)
