Geography A-Level

Energy flows

What Energy flows means in Geography A-Level, as defined for AQA.

Definition of Energy flows

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Energy crosses the boundary of the global cycles, with solar radiation a primary energy source and gravity a driver mainly for water transfers.

AQA · Water and carbon cycles as natural systems (study guide)

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Water and carbon cycles as natural systems (AQA A-Level)

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