Physics A-Level
Graphical representation of energy
What Graphical representation of energy means in Physics A-Level, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Graphical representation of energy
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Reference: OCR
The energy stored is the work done in transferring charge against the increasing p.d., which equals the area under the V–Q graph.
Topics that use Graphical representation of energy
- Energy (OCR A-Level)
Related terms
- Area under a graph as work done
- Proportionality of charge and p.d.
- Rapid discharge applications
- Selection of appropriate equation
- Temporary versus continuous energy supply
- Capacitance from gradient
- Energy equations for capacitors
- Energy storage in a capacitor
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