Physics GCSE
patterns and trends
What patterns and trends means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of patterns and trends
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Reference: AQA
These can be described in the use of energy resources, such as coal falling and gas and renewables rising as costs drop and targets tighten.
Topics that use patterns and trends
- National and global energy resources (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- comparing resources
- environmental impact
- environmental issues
- evaluating evidence
- fossil fuels
- heating
- limits of science
- non-renewable
Using patterns and trends in the exam
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