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Wedges
Wedges
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Young readers will learn about simple machines through engaging text and illustrations. The book covers topics such as levers, pulleys, wheels, and inclined planes, and explains how they work in everyday situations.
Format: Hardback
Length: 24 pages
Publication date: 08 March 2018
Publisher: Capstone Global Library Ltd
Learn about how a wedge works!
Beginner readers and budding young scientists will love learning about using simple machines in everyday situations.
Along the way, readers will be supported by expertly levelled text, a strong text-photo match, and appropriate text load.
Readers will be excited to dig in and learn all about simple machines and basic physics concepts.
A wedge is a simple machine that consists of a narrow, flat surface that is inclined at an angle to a fixed surface. The inclined surface is called the blade, and the fixed surface is called the base. The angle between the blade and the base is known as the angle of inclination.
The wedge is used for a variety of purposes, including splitting objects, lifting heavy objects, and tightening screws. When the wedge is applied to an object, the force of the inclined surface pushes the object apart or lifts it up.
One of the most important properties of a wedge is that the force it applies is directly proportional to the angle of inclination. This means that if the angle of inclination is increased, the force of the wedge will also increase. Conversely, if the angle of inclination is decreased, the force of the wedge will decrease.
Another important property of a wedge is that the force it applies is always perpendicular to the surface on which it is applied. This means that if the wedge is applied to a horizontal surface, the force will be vertical, and if the wedge is applied to a vertical surface, the force will be horizontal.
There are several different types of wedges, including the right triangle wedge, the trapezoid wedge, and the parallelogram wedge. Each type of wedge has its own unique properties and applications.
In conclusion, a wedge is a simple machine that is used for a variety of purposes, including splitting objects, lifting heavy objects, and tightening screws. The force of a wedge is directly proportional to the angle of inclination, and the force is always perpendicular to the surface on which it is applied. There are several different types of wedges, each with its own unique properties and applications.
Weight: 196g
Dimension: 180 x 186 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474753579
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