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Newton (N) — OCR Physics A Definition | GradeGen.AI

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Physics A
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Newton (N)

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Newton (N)

Key term for OCR GCSE Physics A, used in Newton’s laws.

Definition

The SI unit of force, equal to the force needed to accelerate a $1\text{ kg}$ mass at a rate of $1\text{ m/s}^2$ .

Exam Context

Newton (N) appears in OCR GCSE Physics A revision content for Forces, especially Newton’s laws and Newton’s second law.

Forces Newton’s laws Newton’s second law

Study Pathways

Forces

Newton’s laws

Newton’s second law

Forces

Newton’s laws

Interactions

Found in Revision Notes

Forces

Newton’s second law

Newton’s laws • Newton’s second law

Forces

Interactions

Newton’s laws • Interactions

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