The six Rs and the environment (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of the six Rs framework in product design?
What is the main purpose of the six Rs framework in product design?
To minimize environmental impact
Which example shows how designers can reduce consumables?
Which example shows how designers can reduce consumables?
Designing a bagless vacuum cleaner
How can designers achieve energy reduction according to the Reduce principle?
How can designers achieve energy reduction according to the Reduce principle?
Efficient processes & low energy use
What are the two main approaches to reuse mentioned?
What are the two main approaches to reuse mentioned?
Extending original use or new purposes
Which is an example of reusing a product for a new purpose?
Which is an example of reusing a product for a new purpose?
Plastic bottles becoming insulation
Which materials can be successfully recycled?
Which materials can be successfully recycled?
Polymers, metals, textiles, timber
What should designers consider when designing for recycling?
What should designers consider when designing for recycling?
How easily items can be dismantled
What must be considered when designing products for repair?
What must be considered when designing products for repair?
Accessibility, spare parts, documentation
How does designing for repair benefit consumers?
How does designing for repair benefit consumers?
Saves money and reduces replacements
Why is Rethink described as the most fundamental strategy?
Why is Rethink described as the most fundamental strategy?
It questions if the product is needed
What should designers refuse to use?
What should designers refuse to use?
Harmful materials when alternatives exist
What challenge does designing with the six Rs present to manufacturers?
What challenge does designing with the six Rs present to manufacturers?
Products last longer, meaning fewer sales