Introduces the concept of simple machines. Discusses the lever, the inclined plane, the pulley, and the wheel and axle. Shows the contribution of the machine to our everyday life.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
006553
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Machine parts
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Machinery
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Machinery
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Machine parts
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Machinery
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)