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14 Cards in this Set
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Speed
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A measure of the distance an object moves in a given amount of time.
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Velocity
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A measure of an object's speed and direction.
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Acceleration
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The change in an object's velocity over a period of time.
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newton
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A metric unit used to measure force.
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work
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The result of a force applied to an object causing it to move.
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energy
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The ability to work.
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joule
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A metric unit used to measure work, equal to one newton meter.
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Simple Machine
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A device that makes work easier and which has few or no moving parts.
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Lever
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A beam or bar that pivots on a fixed point.
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Inclined Plane
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A straight, slanted surface used to raise an object.
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fulcrum
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The point where a lever rotates and pivots.
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effort
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The force that is applied to a simple machine.
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load
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The force a simple machine moves when effort is applied.
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grade
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A measure of the steepness of a slope.
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