Surface treatments and finishes (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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When are surface treatments typically applied to printed materials?
When are surface treatments typically applied to printed materials?
After the main printing process
Which factor is NOT mentioned as key for choosing printing processes?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as key for choosing printing processes?
Environmental impact of inks used
What type of printing jobs is offset lithography best suited for?
What type of printing jobs is offset lithography best suited for?
High-volume printing jobs
What is a key advantage of flexographic printing?
What is a key advantage of flexographic printing?
High-speed production capability
What is a key advantage of screen printing over other methods?
What is a key advantage of screen printing over other methods?
Can print on various surfaces beyond paper
What makes gravure printing suitable for very large print runs?
What makes gravure printing suitable for very large print runs?
Excellent speed & consistent colour quality
What is a disadvantage of photocopying mentioned in the note?
What is a disadvantage of photocopying mentioned in the note?
Print quality can fade over time
What effect does embossing create on paper and board?
What effect does embossing create on paper and board?
Raised, three-dimensional effects
How does debossing differ from embossing?
How does debossing differ from embossing?
Creates depressions instead of raised areas
What is the main purpose of UV varnishing?
What is the main purpose of UV varnishing?
Protection & high-gloss finish
What advantage does UV curing provide in varnishing?
What advantage does UV curing provide in varnishing?
Instantly cures & fixes the varnish
Which UV varnish type contains metallic particles?
Which UV varnish type contains metallic particles?
Sparkle varnish