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WorksheetsTopic 2
Total questions: 43
Worksheet time: 22mins
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Class
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1.
Non-renewable resources
a)
A natural resource that cannot be re-made or re-grown as it does not
naturally re-form at a rate that makes its use sustainable, for example,
coal, petroleum and natural gas.
b)
A natural resource that can be cultivated or replenished quickly and used sustainably, such as wood from managed forests and crops grown annually.
c)
An artificial substance created in laboratories that mimics natural materials used in various industries without environmental impacts.
d)
A sustainable resource that is continuously available without depletion, including sunlight, wind, and water currents, all harnessed for energy production.
2.
Renewable
resources
a)
A natural resource that can replenished with the passage of time, or
does not abate at all.
b)
A natural resource that cannot be replenished within a human lifetime
c)
A natural resource that rapidly diminishes over time
d)
A resource that only exists in limited quantities and cannot be restored
3.
Resources
a)
Resources are the stock or supply of materials that are available in a
given context.
b)
Resources are the network of raw elements used in an industry setting
c)
Resources are the collection of items reserved solely for future crises
d)
Resources are the assortment of tools distributed equally among people
4.
Reserves
a)
Reserves are natural resources that have been identified in terms of
quantity and quality.
b)
Reserves are natural resources that have been completely extracted from the earth
c)
Reserves are current monetary assets held by financial institutions
d)
Reserves are designated areas meant for the conservation of wildlife habitat
5.
Renewability
a)
The level at which a resource is renewable. The rate that a resource can
be replenished.
b)
The degree of resource abundance in an ecosystem. The amount a resource can be accessed.
c)
The pace at which a resource is utilized and depleted. The frequency at which it diminishes over time.
d)
The ability of human technology to create alternatives. The potential to develop alternative resources.
6.
Re-use
a)
Reuse of a product in the same context or in a different context.
b)
Recycling of materials for creating new products.
c)
Disposal of a product after its final use.
d)
Manufacturing a product using raw resources.
7.
Recycle
a)
Recycling refers to using the materials from obsolete products to create
other products.
b)
Recycling refers to destroying obsolete products and discarding the remains elsewhere
c)
Recycling involves burning old materials to generate new energy sources
d)
Recycling refers to selling unused products to be reused as they are
8.
Repair
a)
The reconstruction or renewal of any part of an existing structure or
device.
b)
The replacement of a structure with a new one identical in design
c)
The demolition and complete removal of a structure or device
d)
The routine maintenance to ensure longevity and safety of a structure
9.
Recondition
a)
Rebuilding a product so that it is in an “as new” condition, and is
generally used in the context of car engines and tyres.
b)
Fixing a product so that it operates reliably again, often used in the context of electronic devices and gadgets.
c)
Cleaning a product to remove dirt and debris so it looks immaculate, often used in the context of furniture and home appliances.
d)
Adjusting a product to improve its aesthetic appeal, sometimes used in the context of clothing and fashion items.
10.
Re-engineer
a)
To redesign components or products to improve their characteristics or
performance.
b)
To organize team members to boost productivity and efficiency
c)
To rearrange office space to increase collaboration and creativity
d)
To replace outdated systems with new technologies for better results
11.
Dematerialization
a)
The reduction of total material and energy throughput of any product
and service.
b)
The transformation of materials into digital formats for improved efficiency
c)
The process of recycling components to waste less energy during production
d)
The conversion of physical products to virtual models to reduce costs
12.
Product recovery strategies
a)
The processes of separating the component parts of a product to
recover the parts and materials.
b)
The methods used to dispose of unusable materials quickly.
c)
The strategies for completely dismantling products for recycling.
d)
The approaches for selling returned products back to the market.
13.
Recovery of raw
materials
a)
Strategies for the separation of components of a product in order to
recover raw materials.
b)
Methods for enhancing the quality of raw materials in products
c)
Techniques for improving the durability of manufactured products
d)
Processes for reducing the environmental impact of raw materials
14.
Circular economy
a)
An economy model in which resources remain in use for as long as
possible, from which maximum value is extracted while in use, and the
products and materials are recovered and regenerated at the end of the
product life cycle.
b)
An economic model focusing on rapid production and consumption with little regard for environmental impact.
c)
An economic concept where goods and resources are continually discarded after brief use to maximize short-term profit.
d)
A system where resources are used minimally and discarded quickly to encourage faster market turnover and innovation.
15.
Linear economy
a)
An economy based on the make, use, dispose model.
b)
An economy based on the circular flow of resources
c)
An economy where goods are recycled repeatedly
d)
An economy focused on sustainable resource management
16.
Embodied energy
a)
The total energy required to produce a product.
b)
The amount of energy visible in the finished product
c)
The potential energy stored within the product itself
d)
The energy generated by the product during its lifetime
17.
Energy distribution
a)
The method with which energy is transported from a source to where it
is used.
b)
A way to describe how energy is stored within a system
c)
A technique for measuring energy efficiency in appliances
d)
The process of converting energy into different forms for storage
18.
National and
international grid
systems
a)
An electrical supply distribution network that can be national or
international. International grids allow electricity generated in one
country to be used in another.
b)
An interconnected gas pipeline system that transports natural gas between national and international regions.
c)
A telecommunication network that facilitates both national and international phone and internet communication.
d)
A transportation grid designed for the movement of goods and passengers between cities and across international borders.
19.
Energy utilization
a)
The method with which energy is used.
b)
The way energy is distributed.
c)
The source from which energy originates.
d)
The form in which energy can exist.
20.
Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
a)
A system that simultaneously generates heat and electricity from either
the combustion of fuel, or a solar heat collector.
b)
A system that converts solar energy directly into electrical power through photovoltaic cells
c)
A device that stores heat energy and releases it on demand for home heating purposes
d)
A method of generating electricity by harnessing wind power with large rotating turbines
21.
Local combined
heat and power
(CHP)
a)
CHP plants that generate heat and power for a local community - the
plant is close enough to the community so that the heat generated can
be dispersed through the community efficiently.
b)
CHP systems that utilize large industrial generators for transmitting power across multiple regions.
c)
CHP facilities that focus on producing electrical energy only without supplying heat to inhabitants.
d)
CHP mechanisms that distribute power through long-distance transmission networks to distant urban areas.
22.
Individual energy generation
a)
The ability of an individual to use devices to create small amounts of
energy to run low-energy products.
b)
The ability of an individual to harness their body heat to power household appliances
c)
The capacity of a person to consume energy efficiently for high-power devices
d)
The skill of using solar panels to power large industrial machines independently
23.
Quantification of
carbon emissions
a)
Defining numerically the carbon emissions generated by a particular
product
b)
Monitoring the levels of carbon compounds in the atmosphere
c)
Calculating the chemical makeup of various carbon products
d)
Identifying sources of carbon emissions in the environment
24.
Waste mitigation
strategies
a)
Strategies used to reduce the waste produced by a product or in the
production and disposal of a product.
b)
Methods for increasing the volume of waste during manufacturing processes.
c)
Techniques employed to enhance the use of non-recyclable materials in products.
d)
Approaches aimed at maximizing waste output through inefficiencies in design and production.
25.
Energy storage
a)
The method with which energy is stored for later use.
b)
The method with which energy is disposed of properly
c)
The process by which energy is released for immediate use
d)
The way energy is emitted into the environment for disposal
26.
Legislation
a)
Laws considered collectively to address a certain topic.
b)
A selection of governmental procedures for marine exploration.
c)
Documents indicating travel itineraries for international trips.
d)
Guidelines outlining the best practices for artistic expression.
27.
Clean technology
a)
Products, services or processes that reduce waste and require the
minimum amount of non-renewable resources.
b)
Goods, offerings or methods that increase waste and depend mainly on non-renewable resources
c)
Items, applications or procedures that maximize waste and rely heavily on fossil fuels
d)
Tools, utilities or techniques that produce more waste and use significant non-renewable resources
28.
End-of-pipe
technologies
a)
Technology that is used to reduce pollutants and waste at the end of a
process.
b)
Methods that improve the efficiency of production systems.
c)
Processes that increase productivity in industrial operations.
d)
Techniques that prevent the initial formation of pollutants.
29.
Incremental solutions
a)
Products which are improved and developed over time leading to new
versions and generations.
b)
Products rapidly redesigned and released without regard to previous versions
c)
Items that are initially released in perfect form and remain unchanged
d)
Products with constant redesigns unrelated to any feedback or usage data
30.
Radical solutions
a)
Where a completely new product is devised by going back to the roots
of a problem and thinking about a solution in a different way.
b)
Where an existing product is slightly altered to improve performance without addressing the root cause.
c)
Where a team convenes to brainstorm possibilities using traditional methods and strategies.
d)
Where gradual improvements are made to the original concept to attract a new segment.
31.
System level
solutions
a)
Solutions that are implemented to deal with the whole system, rather
than just components.
b)
Solutions that focus only on specific parts of the system rather than its entirety
c)
Solutions that improve the functionality of individual components rather than the whole
d)
Solutions that address issues with separate elements instead of the entire system
32.
Green design
a)
Designing in a way that takes account of the environmental impact of
the product throughout its life.
b)
Creating a product with no regard for its environmental consequences
c)
Focusing solely on the aesthetics and ignoring environmental concerns
d)
Designing a product that prioritizes cost over sustainability considerations
33.
Green legislation
a)
Laws and regulations that are based on conservation and sustainability principles, followed by designers and manufacturers when creating
green products.
b)
Mandates for constructing environmentally friendly architecture and transportation systems
c)
Policies encouraging the use of traditional manufacturing methods by modern industries
d)
Guidelines for companies to follow strict economic growth strategies and product expansion
34.
The prevention
principle
a)
The avoidance or minimization of producing waste in relation to the
production, use and disposal of a product.
b)
The reduction or elimination of energy use in regards to the creation and transportation of items
c)
The enhancement or maximization of resource allocation within the context of industrial design and implementation
d)
The elimination or reduction of unnecessary steps in manufacturing processes and supply chain management
35.
The precautionary
principle
a)
The anticipation of potential problems in relation to the environmental
impact of the production, use and disposal of a product.
b)
The anticipation of plausible solutions in relation to the economic growth of a country.
c)
The analysis of past outcomes in relation to the historical context of a decision.
d)
The investigation of possible alternatives in relation to the technological advancement of a service.
36.
Eco-design
a)
A design strategy that focusses on three broad environmental
categories - materials, energy, and pollution/waste.
b)
A design strategy that emphasizes economic factors over environmental aspects.
c)
A design methodology that prioritizes stylistic elements and aesthetic beauty.
d)
A system based on traditional methods without considering modern environmental needs.
37.
Cradle to cradle
a)
A design philosophy that aims to eliminate waste from the production,
use and disposal of a product. It centres on products which are made to
be made again.
b)
A process that enhances product longevity but doesn't focus on waste reduction.
c)
A philosophy emphasizing the reduction of carbon emissions during manufacturing.
d)
An approach that supports recycling through increased consumer product awareness.
38.
Cradle to grave
a)
A design philosophy that considers the environmental effects of a
product all of the way from manufacture to disposal.
b)
A lifecycle analysis approach focusing solely on the manufacturing phase of a product.
c)
A production method that emphasizes the aesthetic aspects of product packaging.
d)
A marketing strategy that avoids considering environmental impacts at any stage.
39.
Life cycle analysis (LCA)
a)
The assessment of the effect a product has on the environment
through five stages of its life: pre-production; production; distribution (including packaging; utilization; and disposal.
b)
The measurement of a product's market performance and consumer acceptance during its lifespan and how it is affected by economic trends.
c)
The process of evaluating the operational cost of a product from the design phase to end-user delivery including logistics and storage.
d)
The analysis of a product's lifecycle focused on its aesthetic appeal consumer demographics and advertising impact over time.
40.
Environmental
impact assessment matrix
a)
A tool designed to identify and predict the impact of a product on
the environment.
b)
An instrument crafted to foresee and enhance the economic efficiency of a project
c)
A strategy built to outline and assess the development of marketing campaigns
d)
A device used to improve and optimize the distribution of industrial resources
41.
Product cycle
a)
Also known as the product life cycle, it is a cycle that every product
goes through from introduction to withdrawal or discontinuation.
b)
A marketing strategy to increase the shelf life of a product in stores
c)
A process for recycling discarded products into new materials and items
d)
A cycle used to describe the stages of raw materials procurement
42.
Design for the environment software
a)
Software that allows designers to perform Life cycle analysis (LCA) on a
product and assess its environmental impact.
b)
Software that allows designers to simulate video game graphics and optimize performance
c)
Software that helps designers to conduct financial audits and assess cost effectiveness
d)
Software that enables designers to create marketing strategies and analyze consumer trends
43.
Converging technologies
a)
The synergistic merging of nanotechnology, biotechnology, information and communication technologies and cognitive science.
b)
The independent development of engineering and telecommunications without influence from other fields
c)
The isolated advancement of life sciences without any interaction with digital evolution
d)
The divergent paths of traditional industries growing separately from scientific innovations
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