Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Gears which have teeth parallel to the axis of the shaft is

  1. herringbone gear

  2. mitre gear

  3. spur gear

  4. helical gear
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Spur gears have teeth that are straight and parallel to the axis of the shaft. Helical gears have angled teeth, herringbone gears have V-shaped teeth, and mitre gears are used for connecting perpendicular shafts. Spur gears are the most common and simplest type of gears.

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