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Why is a wedge shaped like that?

A wedge, or inclined plane, is one of the simplest tools on Earth. Its purpose is to lift an object or separate two parts of an object by converting force directed at the object laterally, causing movement in the desired direction. To do this it has to be inserted between the object and the surface it is resting on, or the two parts of the object which are to be separated. Thisis best acheived by having the leading edge of the wedge as narrow as possible. Subsequent deeper insertion of the edge lifts the material higher or further apart. The sharper the angle of the wedge the easier it is t move the objects up or apart.


What are some examples of a wedge?

Examples of a wedge would include items like an axe and a chisel. There are several types of chisels, like the cold chisel and flooring chisel. Other examples are knitting needles, a carpenter's plane, and parts of a boat are complex machines, but they are wedges, like the bow.An example of a wedge is a piece of metal or wood that is placed at the base of an open door to keep it from closing.


How do you find the MA of a wedge?

To find the mechanical advantage (MA) of a wedge, you can use the formula: MA = length of the wedge / height of the wedge. The length refers to the distance from the tip to the base of the wedge, while the height is the vertical distance from the base to the top. This ratio indicates how much force is amplified when using the wedge to split or lift materials.


Is a wedge like an inclined plane?

Yes a wedge is an incline plane.


Which has a greater mechanical advantage a wedge that is 6cm long and 3cm wide or a wedge that is 12cm long and 4cm wide explain your answer?

To determine mechanical advantage (MA) of a wedge, we use the formula MA = length of the wedge / width of the wedge. For the first wedge, MA = 6 cm / 3 cm = 2. For the second wedge, MA = 12 cm / 4 cm = 3. Therefore, the second wedge (12 cm long and 4 cm wide) has a greater mechanical advantage of 3 compared to the first wedge's MA of 2.