Physics GCSE

liquids and gases

What liquids and gases means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.

Definition of liquids and gases

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Reference: AQA

Both can be pumped along a pipe and both press outwards on every surface they touch.

AQA · Pressure in a fluid 1 (study guide)

Topics that use liquids and gases

Pressure in a fluid 1 (AQA GCSE)

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Using liquids and gases in the exam

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