Shopping and packing terms Flashcards
What does tamper-proof packing mean?
It is designed to provide maximum security during the storage and transit of high value goods
What does vacuum packing mean?
A method of packaging that removes the air from the package prior to sealing
List and explain advantages of shopping online
Advantages:
Price- As staff costs are much lower In a high street store online buying is cheaply
Choice- The choice of product availability is much greater as it is all around the world
Convenience- You are able to sit at home and shop
Delivery- Most shops deliver within a few days in online shopping
List and explain the disadvantage of online shopping
Delivery- The time may vary and some store may only deliver during working hours which can be inconvenient for some people
Quality- You don’t know the quality until you get it
Cost of shopping online- Some shopping sites may make you pauper minute as you browse
Impulse Buying- It is easy to over spend when shopping as everything is easy to get
What does food miles mean?
The measure of the distance a food travels from field to plate
What does organic food mean?
Produced according to strict rules about the use of pesticides and additives, animal welfare and sustainability
What does fair trade mean?
A guarantee that a fair price has been paid to the farmer for his produce
What does animal testing mean?
Testing products such as cosmetics, toiletries and medicines on animals, to ensure they are safe for humans to use
