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Biology

Muscle Lever Systems

Quick fact

Most levers in the human body (over 95%) are third-class levers, which sacrifice force for speed and range of motion.

Why this is interesting

Did you know that when you lift a grocery bag or nod your head, your body is using the same simple machine that ancient engineers used to move massive stones? Your muscles and bones form levers that amplify force or speed in every movement.