Particle ModelMemory Aid

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This memory aid covers Memory Aid within Density for GCSE Physics. Revise Density in Particle Model for GCSE Physics with 13 exam-style questions and 30 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 9 of 13 in this topic. Use it for quick recall, then test yourself straight afterwards so the memory aid becomes usable in an answer.

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Section 9 of 13

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13 questions

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30 flashcards

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The equation triangle for density:

Write m at the top of a triangle, ρ (rho) bottom-left, V bottom-right. Cover the quantity you want:

  • Cover ρ: density = m ÷ V
  • Cover m: mass = ρ × V
  • Cover V: volume = m ÷ ρ

Remember the symbol: ρ is the Greek letter "rho" — think "rho = ρack it in" (how tightly packed the material is).

Float or sink rule: "If density is greater than water (1000 kg/m³), it will sink. If less, it will float." — The word LESS has 4 letters, and so does FLOAT. More has 4 letters too, but think: MORE density = MORE sinking.

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Practice Questions for Density

What is the correct equation for density?

  • A. Density = volume ÷ mass
  • B. Density = mass × volume
  • C. Density = mass + volume
  • D. Density = mass ÷ volume
1 markfoundation

Explain why gases have a much lower density than solids, using ideas about particles.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

Density equation
ρ = m/V
What is density?
Mass per unit volume of a substance. How much 'stuff' is packed into a given space.

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