Combined Science GCSE
peak value
What peak value means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of peak value
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Reference: AQA
The higher value of the alternating waveform, which is above the stated value of about 230 V.
Topics that use peak value
- Direct and alternating potential difference (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- alternating current
- Direct potential difference
- Frequency
- Alternating potential difference
- direct supply
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