Physics GCSE

kilogram

What kilogram means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.

Definition of kilogram

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The coherent SI unit of mass, required so that force comes out in newtons when acceleration is in m/s².

AQA · Newton's Second Law (study guide)

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Newton's Second Law (AQA GCSE)

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