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Year 11

Edexcel

Higher

Mains electricity

Lessons (7)

I can describe mains electricity in the UK and the dangers of an electric shock.

1 Slide deck

1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

I can explain how electric circuits are wired in a home, with circuit breakers, fuses and earth wires for safety.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

I can describe how the power of an appliance or electric circuit depends on current and potential difference.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

I can explain the equations: I = Q ÷ t, V = E ÷ Q, P = I × V, and V = I × R, and use them in calculations.

1 Slide deck

1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

I can describe the National Grid and explain why transmission lines use a very high transmission voltage.

1 Slide deck

1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

I can describe how a transformer works and solve problems using transformer equations.

1 Slide deck

1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

I can describe and compare different ways of generating electricity.

1 Slide deck

1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video