Physics GCSE
arrow length shows size
What arrow length shows size means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Each force is drawn as a labelled arrow pointing the way the force acts, with the length showing its relative size.
Topics that use arrow length shows size
- Resultant forces (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- balanced forces
- combining forces
- effect on normal contact force
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- positive direction
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