q3 Week 6 Science 6

Simple Machines
Identify the transformation

of energy shown in the
pictures below.
1. From electrical
energy to __________
energy
2. From mechanical
energy to
__________ energy.
4. From electrical
to
________________
_ energy.
5. From solar
energy to
________________
energy
Simple machines are devices or tools that
facilitate or make work easier. These machines
can transform and transfer energy, multiply
speed or force, and change the direction of the
force to make work easier. The following are the
kinds of simple machines: inclined plane, lever,
wedge, screw, pulley, and wheel and axle.
The inclined plane is a simple
machine that has a sloping flat surface
with one end raised higher than the
other end. It is used to lift heavy
objects. It lessens the effort exerted in
transporting weight over a distance
and height. Ramp used by workers in
loading heavy objects onto trucks is an
example of inclined plane.
The lever is a rigid bar that is
free to rotate about a point
called fulcrum. Levers are used
to push, lift, and pull things.
Example of lever are hammers,
tweezers, seesaw, shovel, can
openers, scissors, and tongs.
The wedge is a double inclined
plane that is sharpened to an
end. Wedges are usually used
for cutting and piercing.
Examples of wedge are axe,
chisel, nail, needle, can opener
and other device with sharp
edges.
The screw is an inclined plane
wound around a cylinder. With
each turn of the screw, it moves
a distance of one pitch. A pitch
is the distance between two
grooves. Wood screw, nut and
bolt, vise and clamp are
examples of screw.
The pulley is a grooved wheel
that turns around an axle which
is held in place by mounting
bracket. This special type of
wheel has a rope sliding on its
groove. The groove prevents
the rope from sliding. It is use
to pull up heavy objects.
The wheel and axle has the same
appearance with pulley, but it has a
wheel attached to an axle, like the
steering wheel of a car. When the
axle turns the wheel also turns. The
wheel and axle can change the
direction of the force. Car and
bicycle are examples of wheel and
axle.
Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the letter of your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. What simple machine is provided for a person who is physically
challenged when using the sidewalk?
A. wheel and axle
B. inclined plane
C. screw
D. lever
2. What kind of simple machine is the needle used for mending clothes?
A. lever
B. pulley
C. screw
D. wedge
3. Why is it easier to lift an object with a fixed pulley?
A. Less force is needed. B. There is less friction.
C. It makes object moves fast. D. The weight of the object is less.
4. What tool do you need to pull a nail from a piece of wood?
A. axe
B. hammer
C. knife
D. scissors
5. When you use simple machines, you use less force. Why?
A. The machine does all the work.
B. The machine destroys the force.
C. The machine increases the force.
D. The machine decreases the force.
Simple Machines
What is simple
machine?
Simple machines are devices or tools that
facilitate or make work easier. These machines
can transform and transfer energy, multiply
speed or force, and change the direction of the
force to make work easier. The following are the
kinds of simple machines: inclined plane, lever,
wedge, screw, pulley, and wheel and axle.
The inclined plane is a simple
machine that has a sloping flat surface
with one end raised higher than the
other end. It is used to lift heavy
objects. It lessens the effort exerted in
transporting weight over a distance
and height. Ramp used by workers in
loading heavy objects onto trucks is an
example of inclined plane.
The lever is a rigid bar that is
free to rotate about a point
called fulcrum. Levers are used
to push, lift, and pull things.
Example of lever are hammers,
tweezers, seesaw, shovel, can
openers, scissors, and tongs.
The wedge is a double inclined
plane that is sharpened to an
end. Wedges are usually used
for cutting and piercing.
Examples of wedge are axe,
chisel, nail, needle, can opener
and other device with sharp
edges.
The screw is an inclined plane
wound around a cylinder. With
each turn of the screw, it moves
a distance of one pitch. A pitch
is the distance between two
grooves. Wood screw, nut and
bolt, vise and clamp are
examples of screw.
The pulley is a grooved wheel
that turns around an axle which
is held in place by mounting
bracket. This special type of
wheel has a rope sliding on its
groove. The groove prevents
the rope from sliding. It is use
to pull up heavy objects.
The wheel and axle has the same
appearance with pulley, but it has a
wheel attached to an axle, like the
steering wheel of a car. When the
axle turns the wheel also turns. The
wheel and axle can change the
direction of the force. Car and
bicycle are examples of wheel and
axle.
Directions: Identify the type of simple
machine that can be used in the given
situations. Write your answer on a separate
sheet of paper.
____________1. opening a can of sardines
____________2. digging soil
____________3. raising a flag
____________4. chopping a wood
____________5. using a stair
Directions: Identify the kind of simple machine.
Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Directions: Put a check (√) before the word if it is
an example of the given simple machine.
Simple Machines
Why simple machine is
important to our lives?
Look at these utensils we used at home.
What do you think are these machines?
Machines have been used since
the ancient times. People have
been challenged ever since to
develop these machines that will
make work lighter and less
difficult.
Safety Measures in Handling Simple Machines
Simple machines make our work easier. However, they may cause accidents if not
properly used or handled properly. Here are some safety rules in handling simple
machines.
1. To avoid getting hurt, do not play with sharp simple machines.
2. Keep simple machines in a cabinet or in a safe place out of the reach of children.
3. When holding a tool, make sure its sharp edge points downward, facing the
ground.
4. Before using any simple machine, be sure it is in good condition.
5. When playing with levers like seesaw, never put your feet under the lever and your
hands near the fulcrum. Make sure the fulcrum is stable.
6. When playing with inclined planes, like slides, make sure that the end of the slide
is secured before using them. Make sure no one is present below the slide.
7. When using wheels and axles, like bikes and skateboards, use a helmet and make
sure the wheel and axle are firmly attached to one another.
Directions: For each item, choose one (1) simple machine which
is found at home and describe how you use it. Write the
answers in your Science activity notebook.
The Industrial Revolution began in the 1700s. It was
about this time that the steam engine was invented.
People were introduced to the use of variety of
machines. Machines enable people to do work with less
effort and with greater speed. Today, computer
programs control many machines. Robots are even
used to do some tasks supposed to be done by people.
At home, in school, and in business establishments,
machines are used to carry out small and large tasks.
Directions: Read each question carefully and choose the letter of the best answer. In your Science activity
notebook, write the letter that corresponds to your answer.
1. To water the plants, Rene has to fetch water from the well. What simple machine will be used to make it easier
to lift the pail of water? A. Inclined Plane
B. Wedge
C. Screw
D. Wheel and Axle
2. The center of the seesaw is used to balance the board with the seats. The children can easily move up and
down without much force. Which type of simple machines is the seesaw?
A. Inclined Plane
B. Wedge
C. Lever
D. Wheel and Axle
3. When you turn the large knob on a door, a rod on the inside releases a latch that holds the door closed. It
would be difficult to turn the rod if the knob is not attached to it. The doorknob and rod make up what type of
simple machines?
A. Inclined Plane
B. Wedge
C. Lever
D. Wheel and Axle
4. An axe is used to chop woods. The metal part chops through the wood, pushing it
apart into smaller sections. Which type of simple machines is found at the head of
the axe?
A. Inclined Plane
B. Wedge
C. Pulley
D. Wheel and Axle
5. A wheel with rope is used to hoist a flag up to the top of a tall flagpole. This simple
machine can also be used to help lift heavy objects with less force. What type of
simple machines is found in the flagpole?
A. Inclined Plane
B. Wedge
C. Pulley
D. Wheel and Axle
Simple Machines
Look at these utensils we used at home.
What do you think are these machines?
Machines have been used since
the ancient times. People have
been challenged ever since to
develop these machines that will
make work lighter and less
difficult.
Safety Measures in Handling Simple Machines
Simple machines make our work easier. However, they may cause accidents if not
properly used or handled properly. Here are some safety rules in handling simple
machines.
1. To avoid getting hurt, do not play with sharp simple machines.
2. Keep simple machines in a cabinet or in a safe place out of the reach of children.
3. When holding a tool, make sure its sharp edge points downward, facing the
ground.
4. Before using any simple machine, be sure it is in good condition.
5. When playing with levers like seesaw, never put your feet under the lever and your
hands near the fulcrum. Make sure the fulcrum is stable.
6. When playing with inclined planes, like slides, make sure that the end of the slide
is secured before using them. Make sure no one is present below the slide.
7. When using wheels and axles, like bikes and skateboards, use a helmet and make
sure the wheel and axle are firmly attached to one another.
Directions: Match the items in column A with the kinds of machine they
represent in column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on your
answer sheets.
Directions: Given an activity, identify which simple machine is
best to use. Write the answers in your Science activity
notebook.
notebook.
notebook.
The Industrial Revolution began in the 1700s. It was
about this time that the steam engine was invented.
People were introduced to the use of variety of
machines. Machines enable people to do work with less
effort and with greater speed. Today, computer
programs control many machines. Robots are even
used to do some tasks supposed to be done by people.
At home, in school, and in business establishments,
machines are used to carry out small and large tasks.
Directions: Complete the crossword puzzle by placing the
different types of simple machines. Using the clues given,
choose your answer from the words inside the box. Write your
answer in your Science activity notebook.
CLUES:
Across:
1. It is a ramp usually used by people to carry heavy loads to a
higher place with lesser effort.
2. It consists of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.
Down:
3. It has a rigid structure called bar, which rotates around a
fixed point called fulcrum.
4. It is made up of one or two inclined planes placed back to
back and a sharp edge.
5. It is a device with a small wheel that turns on an axle.

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