Physics GCSE
consistent scale
What consistent scale means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of consistent scale
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Reference: AQA
When several vectors appear on the same diagram, draw them to a consistent scale so that a longer arrow really does mean a larger quantity.
Topics that use consistent scale
- Scalar and vector quantities (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- adding scalars
- arrow conventions
- direction on a diagram
- induced magnet
- magnetic flux density
- motor effect
- scalar quantity
- scale drawing
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