1.2 Evaluating New Emerging Tech Flashcards
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Q
What are the 5 considerations and future scenarios of new tech?
A
- Natural disasters- new tech can monitor, track and predict them
- Medical advancements- new tech allows for innovation like prosthetics, implants and artificial organs
- Travel- quick and efficient but has an environmental impact
- Global warming- technology helps develop more sustainable energy sources
- Communication- new tech allows for easy and cheap communication via internet.
2
Q
What are some ethical factors of new and emerging tech?
A
- fair trade
- locally sourced materials
- working conditions
- labor exploitation
3
Q
What are some environmental factors of new and emerging tech?
A
- use of material
- carbon footprint
- product lifecycle analysis
