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    What atomic weight means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.

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    The quantity by which early periodic tables arranged elements, though following its strict order could place elements in inappropriate groups.
    AQA · Development of the periodic table (study guide)
    The mass of an atom relative to a standard, which early scientists could measure from chemical reactions.
    AQA · Development of the periodic table (study guide)

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