Practice Bio-based Materials (8.4.2.1) - Chapter 8: Sustainable Design & The Circular Economy
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Question 1 Easy

What are bio-based materials?

💡 Hint: Think about what living organisms provide us.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of a bio-based material.

💡 Hint: Consider materials commonly used in construction or furniture.

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Question 1

What is a significant characteristic of bio-based materials?

They are synthetic
They are derived from living organisms
They are always non-renewable

💡 Hint: Think about where bio-based materials come from.

Question 2

True or False: All bioplastics are biodegradable.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of different types of bioplastics.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate the impact of using bamboo as a bio-based material compared to traditional timber. What are the benefits and drawbacks?

💡 Hint: Consider growth rates, harvesting methods, and end-use applications.

Challenge 2 Hard

Develop a lifecycle analysis for a product made from bioplastics, considering environmental impacts at each stage. What implications does this have for sustainability?

💡 Hint: Map the stages: production, usage, and disposal while considering environmental aspects.

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