7.2.1 - Principles of Designing Chemical Products and Processes that Minimize the Use and Generation of Hazardous Substances
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What is green chemistry?
💡 Hint: Think about chemistry that is good for the environment.
Define atom economy.
💡 Hint: It’s related to waste production in reactions.
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What does the principle of preventing waste emphasize?
💡 Hint: Think about the goal of efficiency.
True or False: The use of catalysts increases the energy requirements of chemical reactions.
💡 Hint: Recall what catalysts do!
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Propose a hypothetical green chemistry product that minimizes environmental impact. Describe its materials, production process, and expected benefits.
💡 Hint: Consider natural materials that are safe and effective.
Analyze a common household chemical product and suggest 2-3 ways it could be redesigned using green chemistry principles.
💡 Hint: Think about how the product is used and the harmful ingredients it might contain.
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