DT

Question 1

Anthropometrics

Answer 1

Human measurements

Using data on human heights to figure out where to place things (like a door handle on a door)

Question 2

Ergonomics

Answer 2

Using human behaviours (psychology, sociology, engineering, biomechanics, industrial design, visual design, user experience, and user interface design)

Question 3

Ergonomics:

E__________
S__________
C__________
U__________

Answer 3

Efficiency
Safety
Comfort
Usability

Question 4

State two propertries of natural fibres that make them suitable for clothing

Answer 4

-Thermal properties
-absorbancy for dyeing
-soft handle
-good drape
-can be washed and ironed

Question 5

Blaise is a natural material used in…

Answer 5

model making

Question 6

State two reasons why corrugated cardboard is used as packaging for cooked pizza

Answer 6

-Strength to weight ratio so that it can easily be carried but can also hold the weight of pizza
-Low cost
-Can be printed on
-Rigid materials
-Thermal properties

Question 7

In 2010 the use of renewable energy in the UK accounted for 6.5% of total energy usage. By 2015 this figure had increased to 25%.

Give two reasons for the increase in the use of renewable energy sources.

Answer 7

-Government targets to reduce CO2 emissions
-Increased awareness of environmental issues
-impact of pressure groups
-home installation of solar panels
-minimising reliance on fossil fuels
-improved efficiency over time
-improved technology

Question 8

Explain why some people are opposed to the use of renewable energy source