Physics GCSE
arrowheads in or out
What arrowheads in or out means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of arrowheads in or out
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Outward pointing arrowheads at both ends show a convex, converging lens, while inward pointing arrowheads show a concave, diverging lens.
Topics that use arrowheads in or out
- Lenses (physics only) (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- always virtual
- converging and diverging
- diverging lens
- dotted projections
- magnifying glass
- matched comparison
- real image
- Rearranging the equation
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