OCR · Design and Technology · J310
GCSE Design and Technology: What are the impacts of new and emerging technologies when developing design solutions?
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What is the circular economy?
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An economic model that keeps products and materials in use for as long as possible through reuse, repair, remanufacture and recycling, instead of the linear take–make–dispose model.
In a ? economy, products and materials are kept in use through reuse, repair and recycling rather than being thrown away.
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circular
What is the 'take, make, dispose' economic model called?
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The linear economy — the model the circular economy is designed to replace.
Why does a circular economy reduce a product's environmental impact?
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Materials stay in use for longer, so fewer raw materials are extracted and less waste goes to landfill.
In D&T, the circular economy illustrates the impact of new technologies on which area?
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Industry and enterprise.
Which three aspects of people's lives are considered when assessing the impact of new technologies?
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Lifestyle, culture and society.
What is meant by the environmental impact of a new technology?
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Its effect on the natural world — e.g. pollution, waste, energy use, emissions and depletion of raw materials.
Define sustainability in the context of design.
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Meeting today's needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs — using resources so they are not used up or damaged for the future.
Impacts of new technologies are assessed on industry, people, the environment and which fourth context?
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Sustainability.
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