Question

A chisel is used by sculptors to chip away at rock to create a statue. A downward force is applied with a hammer to the top of the chisel. Is a chisel an example of a wedge? Explain your answer.

Answer 1

Yes it is defined as a variation of a wedge

Answer 2

Is a chisel a wedge?

A chisel is a very useful tool for carving wood, rocks, and other hard substances. A chisel is a type of machine called a wedge.