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What is the use of a screw?

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A screw is a simple machine used to hold things together. You can find screws in almost any piece of furniture such as chairs and tables.

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Type your answer here... A screw is a device having a helical form.

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A door lock

Examples include light bulbs, cork screw, nuts and bolts, bottle caps and jar lids.

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A screw can be used for many different things. It holds things together so they won't fall apart.

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Its a helical wedge, your input force is multiplied to create a holding force.

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I snorted a screw once...

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