Chemistry GCSE
Scientific research and development
What Scientific research and development means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Scientific research and development
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Reference: AQA
New applications for nanoparticulate materials are an important area of research, developed alongside testing, regulation and life-cycle assessment.
Topics that use Scientific research and development
- Uses of nanoparticles (AQA GCSE)
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- Benefits and risks of nanotechnology
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- Evaluating applications against a specified purpose
- Evaluating evidence for a purpose
- Evidence and regulation
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