Levers Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What is a type 1 Lever
A
Where the fulcrum is in the middle
2
Q
What is a type 2 lever
A
Where the Resistance is the middle
3
Q
What is a type 3 lever
A
Where the effort is in the middle
4
Q
What is a type 1 lever used for
A
Elbow Extension, Knee Extension
Eg kicking a ball
5
Q
What is a type 2 lever used for
A
Moving heavy loads
eg, jumping
6
Q
What is a type 3 lever used for
A
Elbow Flextion
eg Bicep Curls
7
Q
What is Mechanical Advantage
A
The Benefit of having a longer effort arm
8
Q
What is the benefit of mechanical advantage
A
Move Loads with less effort
9
Q
What is a disadvantage of mechanical advantage
A
Short range of motion
less speed
