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The National Grid (GCSE Physics)

The following is a GCSE Physics test covering 'The National Grid' from the broader topic Electricity. The test is geared towards the AQA exam board style syllabus.
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In the context of the National Grid, what is meant by grid “reliability”?
What role do substations play in the National Grid?
Which technology can help the National Grid manage periods when renewable output is low?
A cable has a resistance of 0.5 O and carries a current of 1000 A. What is the power loss in the cable?
Which of the following best describes the main purpose of the National Grid in the UK?
Why do transmission lines in the National Grid use very high voltages for long-distance power transfer?
Why are losses from I^2R heating particularly important for long transmission routes?
Why are underground cables sometimes used instead of overhead lines, despite higher cost?
Which of the following describes “demand-side response” as used by grid operators?
Which equation correctly links power (P), potential difference (V) and current (I)?
Which of the following is a typical measure used by grid operators to ensure supply matches demand in real time?