Selecting papers and boards (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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What does successful material selection require?
What does successful material selection require?
Balancing multiple factors together
What must food packaging maintain according to functionality requirements?
What must food packaging maintain according to functionality requirements?
Hygiene standards & preserve freshness
How does large-scale production affect material choices?
How does large-scale production affect material choices?
Allows specialized equipment & bulk buying
What must designers consider regarding environmental impact?
What must designers consider regarding environmental impact?
Sourcing, production, waste & disposal
Why might medical packaging use clean, clinical colours?
Why might medical packaging use clean, clinical colours?
To communicate safety & sterility
What happens when using non-standard materials?
What happens when using non-standard materials?
Costs & production complexity increase
What does tension strength measure in materials?
What does tension strength measure in materials?
Resistance to pulling forces
When is absorbency problematic for paper products?
When is absorbency problematic for paper products?
For outdoor signage applications
What do ethical sourcing considerations include?
What do ethical sourcing considerations include?
Fair trade & safe working conditions
What finish requirements do outdoor signs need?
What finish requirements do outdoor signs need?
Weather-resistant finishes
How does scoring enhance paper and board materials?
How does scoring enhance paper and board materials?
Creates controlled fold lines
What benefits does laminating provide to paper materials?
What benefits does laminating provide to paper materials?
Improves durability & moisture resistance