How does a class 3 lever work?
What are some examples of class 3 levers?
- As you can see from the diagram to the left a class three lever has the fulcrum fixed at 1 end. The load is at the other with force or effort being applied to the middle of the lever.
What are some examples of class 3 levers?
- tweezers, fishing rod, tongs, a human arm, etc.
- Can you think of other examples of class 3 levers?
- Bring a class 3 lever or a picture of one to school tomorrow. Note: this picture may be a photograph or drawing.