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Hertz (Hz)

GCSEAQA8463

Hertz (Hz)

Key term for AQA GCSE Physics, used in Wave Properties.

Definition

The unit of frequency, equal to one cycle or wave per second.

Exam Context

Hertz (Hz) appears in AQA GCSE Physics revision content for Waves, especially Wave Properties and Sound waves.

Waves Wave Properties Sound waves

Study Pathways

Waves

Wave Properties

Sound waves

Electricity

Domestic Electricity and Safety

Direct and alternating potential difference

Found in Revision Notes

Waves

Sound waves

Wave Properties • Sound waves

Electricity

Direct and alternating potential difference

Domestic Electricity and Safety • Direct and alternating potential difference

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