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Yes. a wedge can be used to lift an object.
A wedge is a triangular shaped tool and can be used to separate two objects or portions of an object, lift an object, or hold an object in place. It functions by converting a force applied to its blunt end into forces perpendicular (normal) to its inclined surfaces.
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What type of simple machine is an example of a chisel?
A chisel is a wedge because it is used in carving wood.
How does a wedge help us in physics?
it helps by seperatong 2 things, lift an object or hold one in place
What happens to an object when a wedge is used?
When a wedge is driven between two parts, the parts are driven apart.
A slanted surface used to raise an object is an?
a slanted surface used to raise and object is an inclined plane
What do a wedge?
a wedge splits or cuts an object
Does a wedge do?
a wedge splits or cuts an object
Why is a wedge important?
Wedges are used to lift, tighten, spread, or even break..depending on the application.
What is the function of the wedge?
splitting securingA wedge is a triangular shaped tool, a compound and portable inclined plane, and one of the six classical simple machines.It can be used to separate two objects or portions of an object, lift an object, or hold an object in place. It functions by converting a force applied to its blunt end into forces perpendicular (normal) to its inclined surfaces.The mechanical advantage of a wedge is given by the ratio of the length of its slope to its width. Although a short wedge with a wide angle may do a job faster, it requires more force than a long wedge with a narrow angle.
Why is a wedge shaped like that?
A wedge, or inclined plane, is one of the simplest tools on Earth. Its purpose is to lift an object or separate two parts of an object by converting force directed at the object laterally, causing movement in the desired direction. To do this it has to be inserted between the object and the surface it is resting on, or the two parts of the object which are to be separated. Thisis best acheived by having the leading edge of the wedge as narrow as possible. Subsequent deeper insertion of the edge lifts the material higher or further apart. The sharper the angle of the wedge the easier it is t move the objects up or apart.
What are the origins of the sayings 'thin edge of the wedge' and 'thin end of the wedge'?
When you begin to drive a wooden wedge under an object you are trying to lift, the major problem is getting it started: in other words, getting the 'thin end of the wedge' under the object. Once you have the thin end in place, the rest is inevitable and much easier - you keep driving the wedge until it's all the way in place. So the 'thin end of the wedge' is the difficult start of a process which will inevitably lead to something much more significant happening.
How can you use a inclined plane?
As a simple machine, it can be used to move an object or as a wedge to split something.
What is the word for an object used as a wedge to fix an uneven furniture leg?
The word you seek is 'shim'.
