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2.4.3 The National Grid
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Connecting Power Stations to Consumers

Connecting Power Stations to Consumers

Flow diagram of the National Grid showing a power station, step-up transformer, high-voltage transmission cables, step-down transformer, consumers, and thermal energy transfer from the cables

The National Grid is a nationwide system of transmission cables and transformers. It transfers electrical power from power stations to consumers such as homes, shops, offices, and factories.

2.4.3 The National Grid Lesson

  1. GCSE
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Step-by-step lessons on AQA GCSE Physics 2.4.3 The National Grid. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong grip on equations, units and Key Stage 3 fundamentals before tackling the more demanding topics like electromagnetism, the particle model of matter and space physics.