Physics GCSE

time of use

What time of use means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.

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How long the appliance is switched on for, which together with the power of the appliance determines the amount of energy transferred.

AQA · Energy transfers in everyday appliances (study guide)

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Energy transfers in everyday appliances (AQA GCSE)

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