What does the term 'sustainability' refer to in design?
Y11 - Sustainability Revision Quiz

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Design
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10th Grade
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Hard
Mr Robinson-Morris
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22 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Using the cheapest materials available
Creating products that last forever
Meeting present needs without compromising future generations
Using traditional manufacturing methods
Answer explanation
The term 'sustainability' in design means meeting present needs without compromising future generations. This approach ensures that resources are used responsibly, allowing for long-term ecological balance.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a renewable resource?
Crude oil
Coal
Bamboo
Natural gas
Answer explanation
Bamboo is a renewable resource because it can grow back quickly after being harvested, unlike crude oil, coal, and natural gas, which are fossil fuels that take millions of years to form.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which material is biodegradable?
Plastic
Aluminium
Cardboard
Glass
Answer explanation
Cardboard is biodegradable, meaning it can decompose naturally over time. In contrast, plastic, aluminium, and glass do not break down easily in the environment, making cardboard the correct choice.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main environmental issue with single-use plastics?
They are too expensive to produce
They can be reused
They break down too quickly
They persist in the environment and harm wildlife
Answer explanation
The main environmental issue with single-use plastics is that they persist in the environment for hundreds of years, leading to pollution and harming wildlife through ingestion and entanglement.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'carbon footprint'?
A mark left by a shoe
The number of products made from carbon
The total greenhouse gases emitted by a product or person
The cost of carbon materials
Answer explanation
A 'carbon footprint' refers to the total greenhouse gases emitted by a product or person, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents. This concept helps assess environmental impact, making the correct choice the third option.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is upcycling?
Throwing away old products
Recycling with added chemicals
Converting waste into a product of higher quality or value
Using a bicycle
Answer explanation
Upcycling is the process of converting waste materials into new products of higher quality or value, rather than simply discarding them or recycling them with chemicals. This creative reuse enhances the original item's worth.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT an ecological issue?
Air pollution
Deforestation
Overfishing
Improved recycling
Answer explanation
Improved recycling is a practice that helps reduce waste and conserve resources, rather than an ecological issue like air pollution, deforestation, or overfishing, which directly harm ecosystems.
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