Intensity

Key Stage 3

Meaning

Intensity is the amount of a wave or field.

About Intensity

Intensity may refer to:

• The brightness of a light.
• The volume of a sound.
• The strength of a magnetic field.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

Intensity is the magnitude of a wave or field.

About Intensity

Intensity may refer to:

• The brightness of a light.
• The volume of a sound.
• The strength of a magnetic field.

References

AQA

Intensity, page 260, GCSE Physics; The Complete 9-1 Course for AQA, CGP, AQA

Intensity, page 87, GCSE Physics; The Revision Guide, CGP, AQA