Chemistry GCSE
Composition and function
What Composition and function means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Composition and function
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Reference: AQA
Identifying the function of each listed component and explaining how the combination of components gives the product its required properties.
Topics that use Composition and function
- Formulations (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Alloys
- Applying knowledge to unfamiliar products
- Designed mixtures
- Everyday products
- Evidence-based identification
- Formulation
- Formulations
- Function of components
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