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Acknowledge that electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy.

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceElectricityCore content

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Acknowledge that electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy

  • This point belongs to Cells, batteries, generators and motors, especially Cells, batteries, generators and motors outcomes.
  • You need to be able to acknowledge that electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy.
  • The key ideas to know are Define, Explain, and Describe.
  • Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.

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Electric Motor Function

Electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy, enabling devices to perform work.

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    Explain how electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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