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Power loss — AQA Physics Definition | GradeGen.AI

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Power loss

GCSEAQA8463

Power loss

Key term for AQA GCSE Physics, used in Circuit Energy Transfers.

Definition

The rate at which energy is dissipated as heat in cables, calculated using $P = I^2R$ .

Exam Context

Power loss appears in AQA GCSE Physics revision content for Electricity, especially Circuit Energy Transfers and The National Grid.

Electricity Circuit Energy Transfers The National Grid

Found in Revision Notes

Electricity

The National Grid

Circuit Energy Transfers • The National Grid

Related Key Terms

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