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Characteristics of Efficient Simple
and Compound Machines
Science 8
Learning Objectives
• • Explain machine efficiency
• • Identify characteristics of efficient simple and compound
machines
• • Appreciate their importance
Review
• Simple machines: Lever, Wheel & Axle, Pulley, Inclined Plane,
Screw, Wedge
What is Machine Efficiency?
• Efficiency = (Useful Output Work / Input Work) × 100%
• No machine is 100% efficient due to friction.
Characteristics of Efficient
Machines
• • Reduces effort
• • Saves time
• • Minimizes friction
• • Properly aligned parts
• • Durable materials
• • Well-maintained
• • Less energy wasted
Simple Machines
• Lever
• Wheel & Axle
• Pulley
• Inclined Plane
• Screw
• Wedge
Compound Machines
• Two or more simple machines working together.
• Examples: Bicycle, Scissors, Wheelbarrow, Can opener, Egg
beater
Factors Affecting Efficiency
• • Friction
• • Lubrication
• • Maintenance
• • Material quality
• • Proper use
Activity
• Identify whether each object is a simple or compound
machine and explain how it can be made more efficient.
Assessment
• 1. What is machine efficiency?
• 2. Why can't machines be 100% efficient?
• 3. Give 3 characteristics of efficient machines.
• 4. Give 2 examples each of simple and compound machines.
Thank You
• Questions?