Chemistry GCSE
Low density
What Low density means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Low density
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A small mass for a given volume, which makes aluminium alloys suitable for aircraft, bicycles, vehicle parts and drink cans.
Topics that use Low density
- Alloys as useful materials (AQA GCSE)
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