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Eduqas A420QS

Specified practical work — Specified practical work – Determination of resistivity of a metal

The specification requires determination of metal resistivity using resistance, length and cross-sectional area.

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Interactive Practical · A-Level Physics

Determining the resistivity of a wire

Measure a wire's diameter, investigate resistance against length and determine its resistivity.

This simulation supports preparation and data-analysis practice. It does not replace carrying out real practical work.

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Eduqas · A420QS

Specified practical work · Specified practical work – Determination of resistivity of a metal

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