Combined Science GCSE
Experimental measurement and error
What Experimental measurement and error means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Experimental measurement and error
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Reference: AQA
Recording paired ammeter and voltmeter readings, including negative values where the circuit allows, and repeating readings and checking connections to reduce error.
Topics that use Experimental measurement and error
- Resistors (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Charge carriers in semiconductors
- Circuit construction and diagrams
- Circuit design for valid measurement
- Current–potential difference characteristics
- Diode
- Filament lamp
- Forward bias
- Light-dependent resistance
Using Experimental measurement and error in the exam
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