Theme 1.3.1 Flashcards
1
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consumer durables
A
goods that can be used repeatedly over a period of time, such as cars and household appliances
2
Q
design mix
A
the range of features that are important when designing a product
3
Q
ergonomics
A
the study of how people interact with their environment and the equipment they use - often in the workplace
4
Q
ethical sourcing
A
using materials, components and services from suppliers that respect the environment, treat their workforce well and generally trade with integrity.
5
Q
product design
A
the process of creating a new product or service
6
Q
recycling
A
making use of materials that have been discarded as waste
7
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resource depletion
A
the using up of natural resources
8
Q
waste minimisation
A
reducing the quantity of resources that are discarded in the production process
