Physics A-Level
Systematic checking before powering a circuit
What Systematic checking before powering a circuit means in Physics A-Level, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Systematic checking before powering a circuit
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Systematic checking before powering a circuit in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: OCR
Checking that the circuit is complete and correctly connected, and confirming the supply voltage suits the components, before switching on the supply.
Topics that use Systematic checking before powering a circuit
- Practical skills (OCR A-Level)
Related terms
- Accuracy and precision
- Amplitude
- Analogue measurement
- Apparatus selection
- Background radiation
- Circuit symbols and component recognition
- Computer modelling
- Data logger
Using Systematic checking before powering a circuit in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Physics questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Physics A-Level termsA week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge