Combined Science GCSE
Optimum
What Optimum means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Optimum
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Reference: AQA
The point where the rate of photosynthesis is maximised for the lowest additional cost, rather than simply maximised at any cost.
Topics that use Optimum
- Rate of photosynthesis (AQA GCSE)
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