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Efficiency
In this efficiency worksheet, students use the efficiency equation to solve for useful work done by the machine (output). This worksheet has 10 problems to solve.
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Work
For this work worksheet, students use the equation for work to solve for distance or force. This worksheet has 20 problems to solve.
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Work and Power
In this power worksheet, students use the equations of power and work to complete 4 word problems. Students use the standard units of watts and joules.
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Connection to Social Studies-The Pyramids
For this simple machines worksheet, students read about the pyramids and the simple machines used to build them. They answer three critical thinking questions about the building of the pyramids.
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Work Problems 2
In this work worksheet, students solve ten problems where they find the work in Joules, the force in Newtons or the distance in meters an object is moved.
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"Work"- By Ford Madox Brown
In this work worksheet, students are given a picture of people in a Victorian street doing all different types of work. Students fill in bubbles with what each person may be thinking.
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Jobs and Places of Work
In this ESL activity worksheet, students interview their classmates as they fill in the graphic organizer with information about where their family members work and what they do.
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Power and Conservation vs. Non-Conservative Forces
In this power worksheet, 12th graders solve four problems including calculating work done by friction, determining work done by gravity and the calculating the minimum horsepower needed to save a ship that is sinking.
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Machines
For this machines worksheet, students review different types of simple machines including pulleys, wedges, levers, and inclined planes. This worksheet has 10 matching, 4 multiple choice, and 8 short answer questions.
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Forces and Machines
In this forces and machines instructional activity, students will review vocabulary associated with forces including friction, inertia, and work. Students will also explain how simple machines help to do work easier. This instructional...
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Blakesley Hall and Inventories
In this Blakesley Hall worksheet students will compare the Inventory Lists from two different houses and determine which items belonged to which person based on their economic background.
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Chapter 10 - Objective 5.1 Rate and Time
In this rate and time worksheet, students read story problems, write equations and solve time and rate problems. They find the find the difference between squares. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Worksheet 22
In this math worksheet, students apply the following: In physics, the equation W=Fd gives the amount W of energy expended in moving a distance d by applying a constant force F.
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Jobs Puzzle
In this jobs word search puzzle, students identify terms dealing with jobs and employment. Examples include salary, employee, strike, blue collar and interview. A list of 44 words are provided to assist the students in their search.
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I Can Do Many Things With My Hands
For this hand worksheet, young scholars see a large black line outline of one hand. The page title is "I Can Do Many Things With My Hands." This page is also labeled "back cover."
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Word & Machines Vocabulary Review Word Search
In this work and machines word search, students identify words dealing with the physics of work. They locate approximately 20 words from a given list. An answer sheet is provided.
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Coming On Home Soon
Students explore the role of women during World War II. Through a reading of the book "Coming On Home Soon" students gain insight into the ways women helped the war effort. Research and writing activities help support their point of...
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Simple Machines
Fifth graders observe six simple machines. Through student demonstration they define work and force and calculate the work done. They identify the utility of each of the six simple machines and how each one "exchanges" force for...
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Simple Machines
Students investigate to use simple machines for the purpose of maximizing the work provided by mechanical advantage. They design an experiment that illustrates how to move a load easier and then calculate the amount of work performed...
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Working Conditions in America: 1880s versus 2000s
Students conduct research into the life of Americans and how working conditions have changed over time from the 1880's to modern times. They use primary and secondary resources in order to compile research in order to report the findings...
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Work and the Farm
Students listen to a lecture by the teacher about farm work and ways to use physics to make farm work easier. The machines that are highlighted include pulleys, ramps, lever, and gears. Each machine is explained in context of its use in...
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What Do I Want To Be When I Grow Up?
Students explore numerous types of careers. As a class, they list people they know and the types of jobs and services that are provided. Students discuss the responsibilities of having a job. Volunteer students explain what they wish...
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Discrimination in the Workplace
Middle schoolers discuss the instances of discrimination against Arabs since September 11. Using the Civil Rights Act text, they discover how the United States addresses instances of discrimination in the workplace. They complete a...
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Career-Language Connection
Young scholars participate in a layered curriculum unit about careers. The activities are varied and include the following: Using the Internet, research the career you've chosen to find out the job responsibilities, salary range, and...