Sustainability Flashcards
1
Q
What is meant by sustainable?
A
Can be made with little or no affect on the environment or the workers.
2
Q
List some sustainable fibres that could be used for a child’s toy and why?
A
- Cotton
- Linen
- Wool
- Viscose
Because fibres are natural and can be regrown.
3
Q
What is the difference between cotton and organic cotton ?
A
Normal cotton is grown using pesticides
4
Q
What is recycled textiles?
A
Reusing products
5
Q
Name companies that sell fairtrade products
A
- People tree
- Black yak
6
Q
What is meant by customising?
A
Taking previously made clothes and making them into new designs by restyling or adding embellishments another word for it upcyling.
7
Q
What is Fast Fashion
A
Trends moving from catwalk to high street.
