Environmental Impact of Materials: Quizzes for Year 8 Design and Technology

Question 1

Which of the following materials is biodegradable and can break down naturally in the environment?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

Answer

Plastic

Answer

Nylon

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Steel

Question 2

What is the primary environmental concern associated with the production of aluminium?

Accepted Answer

Air pollution

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Deforestation

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Water pollution

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Soil erosion

Question 3

Which of the following practices promotes sustainability in material use?

Accepted Answer

Recycling

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Landfilling

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Incineration

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Single-use packaging

Question 4

Which of the following materials has a relatively low carbon footprint, contributing less to greenhouse gas emissions?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Glass

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Concrete

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Aluminium

Question 5

When selecting materials for a product design, which factor should be given primary consideration?

Accepted Answer

Environmental impact

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Cost

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Durability

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Availability

Question 6

What is the concept of sustainable design?

Accepted Answer

A design that minimizes environmental impact

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A design that is visually appealing

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A design that is affordable

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A design that is functional

Question 7

What is the purpose of a life cycle assessment?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate the environmental impact of a product or service throughout its entire life cycle

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To determine the cost of manufacturing a product

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To evaluate the safety of a product

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To identify the best marketing strategy for a product

Question 8

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Oil

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Natural gas

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Coal

Question 9

What is the primary reason for deforestation?

Accepted Answer

Agricultural expansion

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Urbanization

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Climate change

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Mining

Question 10

What is a product's carbon footprint?

Accepted Answer

The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted to produce, use, and dispose of the product

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The total amount of energy used to produce, use, and dispose of the product

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The total amount of waste generated to produce, use, and dispose of the product

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The total amount of water used to produce, use, and dispose of the product

Question 11

Which gas is NOT released during the production of plastics and contributes to the greenhouse effect?

Accepted Answer

Sulfur dioxide

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Nitrous oxide

Question 12

What is the major environmental issue related to the disposal of electronic waste?

Accepted Answer

Pollution caused by heavy metals

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Pollution caused by plastics

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Emission of greenhouse gases

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Deforestation

Question 13

What is the process of breaking down materials into components that can be reused called?

Accepted Answer

Recycling

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Composting

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Incineration

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Landfilling

Question 14

What is the primary aim of sustainable design?

Accepted Answer

Minimizing environmental impact

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Maximizing profits

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Enhancing appearance

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Meeting market demand

Question 15

Which of the following is a biodegradable material?

Accepted Answer

Paper

Answer

Plastic

Answer

Metal

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Glass

Question 16

Which of the following materials can be naturally replenished, making it sustainable?

Accepted Answer

Wood

Answer

Glass

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Concrete

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Steel

Question 17

During which manufacturing process is a material melted and then reshaped?

Accepted Answer

Casting

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Extrusion

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Injection Molding

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Sintering

Question 18

Which factor does NOT play a role in determining the environmental impact of a material?

Accepted Answer

Style and design

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Energy needed for production

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Raw material extraction

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End-of-life disposal

Question 19

What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable materials?

Accepted Answer

Exhaustion of natural resources

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Higher manufacturing costs

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Decreased durability

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More pollution during production

Question 20

Which design principle encourages the use of materials with a low environmental impact?

Accepted Answer

Sustainability

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Ergonomics

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Cost-effectiveness

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Safety

Question 21

What is the purpose of a life cycle assessment in design?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate the environmental impact of a product or service from its creation to its disposal

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To identify areas for improvement

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To estimate production costs

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To predict customer demand

Question 22

Which of the following materials is highly recyclable?

Accepted Answer

Aluminium

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Ceramic

Answer

Polystyrene

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Brick

Question 23

When selecting materials for a sustainable design project, which factor should be prioritized?

Accepted Answer

Environmental friendliness

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Cost

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Durability

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Availability

Question 24

Which manufacturing technique typically uses less energy?

Accepted Answer

Rolling

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Forging

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Casting

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Extrusion

Question 25

What is the primary environmental impact associated with extracting raw materials?

Accepted Answer

Habitat destruction

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Air pollution

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Water pollution

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Climate change

Question 26

What is the purpose of a life cycle assessment (LCA)?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate the environmental impact of a product throughout its life

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To determine manufacturing costs

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To identify product risks

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To compare environmental performance of materials

Question 27

Which material is a natural composite?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Fiberglass

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Carbon fiber

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Polypropylene

Question 28

What is the main goal of sustainable design?

Accepted Answer

Minimizing environmental impact of products

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Maximizing profits from product sales

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Creating aesthetically pleasing products

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Meeting industry standards

Question 29

What is the primary environmental concern associated with the production of concrete?

Accepted Answer

Air pollution

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Deforestation

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Water pollution

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Ozone depletion

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using recycled materials?

Accepted Answer

Improved product quality

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Reduced environmental impact

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Lower costs

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Less energy consumption

Question 31

What is the main obstacle companies face when trying to lower the environmental impact of their products?

Accepted Answer

Balancing cost and sustainability

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Meeting consumer demands

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Finding sustainable materials

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Lack of innovation

Question 32

What is the primary environmental concern associated with the production of aluminium?

Accepted Answer

High levels of greenhouse gas emissions

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Water pollution

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Deforestation of natural habitats

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Increased air pollution

Question 33

What is the main purpose of conducting a life cycle assessment?

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To determine the overall environmental impact of a product or service

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To identify the most efficient manufacturing process

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To predict the long-term durability of a material

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To assess consumer preferences for sustainable products

Question 34

Which of the following materials is biodegradable?

Accepted Answer

Paper

Answer

Glass

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Polyester

Answer

Steel

Question 35

Which industry is known to have a significant environmental impact?

Accepted Answer

Construction

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Tourism

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Healthcare

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Education

Question 36

What is the primary goal of an environmental impact assessment?

Accepted Answer

To identify and mitigate potential negative environmental effects

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To secure approval for new projects and developments

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To determine the costs and benefits of proposed actions

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To educate the public about environmental issues

Question 37

How is a sustainable material typically defined?

Accepted Answer

A material that is renewable, biodegradable, and has a low environmental impact

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A material that is durable, strong, and long-lasting

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A material that is affordable and readily available

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A material that meets current consumer trends and preferences

Question 38

Which of the following has the least embedded energy?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Steel

Answer

Aluminum

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Plastic

Question 39

Which of the following materials is considered biodegradable?

Accepted Answer

Wood

Answer

Plastic

Answer

Glass

Answer

Metal

Question 40

What is a primary environmental concern associated with plastic usage?

Accepted Answer

Water pollution

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Depletion of fossil fuels

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Air pollution

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Deforestation

Question 41

Which of these materials can break down naturally over time?

Accepted Answer

Paper

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Metal

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Plastic

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Glass

Question 42

Which of these materials is usually recycled the most often?

Accepted Answer

Aluminium

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Leather

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Wood

Answer

Rubber

Question 43

Which of the following is a material found in nature?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Metal

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Glass

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Plastic

Question 44

Which of these is a resource that can be replenished naturally?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Metals

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Minerals

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Fossil fuels

Question 45

Which material uses the least amount of energy to produce, making it a better choice for a product that will be used for a long time?

Accepted Answer

Bamboo

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Steel

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Aluminum

Question 46

Which of these ways of making things is most likely to cause air pollution?

Accepted Answer

Melting metals

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3D printing

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Weaving cloth

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Working with wood

Question 47

What is the biggest environmental problem with using plastic?

Accepted Answer

Plastic stays in the environment for a long time and turns into tiny pieces called microplastics.

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Using up natural resources

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Using a lot of energy to make it

Question 48

Making a product from things that have been used before helps which sustainability goal?

Accepted Answer

Using fewer resources and creating less waste

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Making the product last longer

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Making the product look better

Question 49

Which material is considered a renewable resource and can be used without harming the environment if managed properly?

Accepted Answer

Wood

Answer

Aluminum

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Steel

Question 50

Taking a product apart into its different parts so they can be reused or recycled is called:

Accepted Answer

Disassembly

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Composting

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Upcycling

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Degradation

Question 51

A product's 'carbon footprint' tells you:

Accepted Answer

The total amount of greenhouse gases released from making it, using it, and getting rid of it

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How much energy it takes to make the product

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How much water is used to make the product

Question 52

Choosing a material that lasts a long time and doesn't need much care helps which part of sustainability?

Accepted Answer

Making things last longer and be more durable

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How the product looks and is designed

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Saving money

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How easy it is to get the material

Question 53

Which of these is NOT a good thing about using recycled materials in products?

Accepted Answer

The product becomes heavier

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It uses less energy to make the product

Answer

It helps save natural resources