Physics GCSE
limits of science
What limits of science means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of limits of science
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Reference: AQA
Science has the ability to identify environmental issues arising from the use of energy resources but not always the power to deal with the issues.
Topics that use limits of science
- National and global energy resources (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- comparing resources
- environmental impact
- environmental issues
- evaluating evidence
- fossil fuels
- heating
- non-renewable
- nuclear fuel
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