Design Quiz

Which of the following materials is primarily used for making plastic bottles?

• Polyethylene

• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

• Polystyrene

What is the main disadvantage of using natural timber in construction?

• High cost

• Limited availability

• Susceptibility to moisture and rot

• Difficulty in processing

Which process is commonly used to extract copper from its ores?

• Roasting

• Smelting

• Electrolysis

• Leaching

What is a key characteristic of thermosetting polymers?

• They harden permanently when heated

• They can be reshaped multiple times

• They are biodegradable

• They are transparent

What does tolerance refer to in manufacturing?

• The time taken for production

• The acceptable limit of deviation in a dimension

• The maximum load a material can bear

• The cost of materials

Which material has the highest carbon footprint in its production?

• Aluminium

• Steel

• Concrete

• Glass

What is the primary method of extracting iron from ore?

• Electrolysis

• Roasting

• Smelting

• Cyanidation

What is the purpose of rapid prototyping?

• To reduce production costs

• To test the durability of materials

• To quickly create a physical model of a design

• To enhance aesthetic appeal

Which of the following is a key environmental issue associated with mining metals?

• Habitat destruction

• Water pollution

What is ergonomics in product design?

• Designing products to be comfortable and easy to use

• Designing products for mass production

• Designing products to be aesthetically pleasing

• Designing products with minimal materials