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A fulcrum is the point around which a balanced beam rotates. The two arms of the beam need not be equal.
It is sufficient that the kg metres on one end equal the kg metres on the other end. It is in this use that it is often used as a lever to move heavy weights.
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What is a support called on a lever?
inclined plane
The fix point of a lever is called a?
The fixed point of a lever is called the fulcrum. A lever is a beam connected by a hinge, or pivot, called a fulcrum. A lever is used to amplify the applied force.
Point around which a lever rotates?
The fulcrum. A Lever is a rigid rod to which a force can be applied to overcome a resistance. The point at which a lever pivots is called the fulcrum.
Does a lever pivot on a fulcrum or an axle?
fulcrum
Where is the fulcrum in a nutcracker?
the fulcrum is in the circle, or where they meet.
Where is the fulcrum in the nutcracker?
the fulcrum is in the circle, or where they meet.
What is a point on which a lever rest?
fulcrum
How is fulcrum used?
A Fulcrum supports Seasaws
Why is the fulcrum in a lever important?
A fulcrum in a lever is very important because without a fulcrum a lever isn't a lever , and the fulcrum is the main part of a lever.
Describe the distance from the applied force to the fulcrum?
wow i just had a unit in science about this and i cant remember
What are the parts a lever?
Fulcrum and a bar or plank.load fulcrum effortFulcrumthe parts of the lever are resistance,effort and the fulcrum
What are parts are of a lever?
Fulcrum and a bar or plank.load fulcrum effortFulcrumthe parts of the lever are resistance,effort and the fulcrum
