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A catapult is actually a compound machine.
A catapult is a type of lever simple machine that uses the force of tension in a spring or elastic material to launch an object.
A marshmallow catapult is a type of lever, which is a simple machine that helps to lift or move objects with less force. The lever in the catapult allows for the marshmallow to be launched by applying a force on one end.
a lever and a inclined plane
Compound, many different things combine to create a catapult. lever arm, torque battery (twisted rope) winding mechanism firing control (ratchet system with trigger)
Wheel and axel
If you mean descRibe a catapult, then here it is. A catapult is a machine that can fire projectiles at enimies. If you wish to make a simple catapult, then your wish comes true right here!!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEtUVHvfy6g
A catapult is a type of lever because it uses a fulcrum or pivot point to launch the projectile. The pivot point in a catapult is called the "fulcrum".
A catapult is a simple machine that throws items very far. Take a plastic sppon and put a small object on it. Pull back and watch it fly, that's how a catapult works
It takes advantage of the simple machine lever. That allows them to launch missiles long distances.
A catapult.
A CATAPULT IS A LEVER!!!