Physics GCSE
mains frequency 50 Hz
What mains frequency 50 Hz means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of mains frequency 50 Hz
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The supply completes 50 full cycles every second, so one cycle lasts 1 ÷ 50 = 0.02 s.
Topics that use mains frequency 50 Hz
- Direct and alternating potential difference (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- 230 V supply
- alternating current
- alternating potential difference
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- Alternating Current (AC)
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