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Combined Science
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Reliability

GCSE Combined Science · key term

Reliability

Definition

The extent to which an energy resource can provide a predictable supply when needed.

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AQA GCSE Combined Science Trilogy · 8464

Specification 6.1.3 · Paper 5, Paper 6

Comparing that choice involves considering availability, reliability and environmental effects.
Revise: Global Energy Resources

AQA Combined Science Trilogy past papers

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