Combined Science GCSE
Root-mean-square value
What Root-mean-square value means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Root-mean-square value
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The stated 230 V is an alternating potential difference, and this value is the root-mean-square value, so the peak is higher, about 325 V.
Topics that use Root-mean-square value
- Mains electricity (AQA GCSE)
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