How It's Made - Lego Bricks

What is the primary material used to make Lego bricks?

• Metal

• Wood

• Glass

• Plastic

How many designers does Lego employ to create new Brick Designs?

• 50

• 100

• 200

• 300

What is the first step in the design process for creating new Lego Brick Designs?

• Building physical prototypes

• Sketching ideas on paper

• Using computer software

• Brainstorming ideas

What is the mold made of to create the plastic Lego bricks?

• Plastic

• Steel alloy

• Aluminum

• Copper

What is the process called for injecting molten plastic into the cavities to create Lego bricks?

• Injection molding

• Extrusion

• Molding

• Casting

What is the small piece of plastic that connects the brick to the mold called?

• Base

• Mold insert

• Sprue

• Cavity

How are the bricks sorted after the finishing process?

• By shape

• By color and size

• By weight

• By texture

What does Lego test the bricks for to ensure they are safe for children to play with?

• All of the above

• Resistance to breakage only

• Presence of harmful chemicals only

• Durability only

What is the final step before Lego bricks are shipped out to stores?

• Sorting according to color and size

• Packaging into bags or boxes

• Removing the sprue

• Adding markings or designs

What is the primary reason for the injection molding process to be highly automated?

• To minimize waste

• To reduce cost

• To increase speed

• To ensure precision