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Terminology Flashcards

1
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What is propaganda?

A

Information that promotes a certain cause through persuasion

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What is bias?

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An unfair preference for, or dislike for something

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What is prejudice?

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A pre-formed opinion, generally unfavourable

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What is stereotyping?

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A standardised image of a person or group

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What is recycling?

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Converting waste into reusable material

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What is upcycling?

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Converting waste into new materials

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What is ergonomics?

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Science of work

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What is employment?

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The utilization of something

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What is skills development?

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The productive capabilities acquired through levels of learning and training

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What is community development?

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A community is supported to take action on issues

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What is poverty alleviation?

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A set of measures intended to permanently eradicate poverty

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What is empowerment?

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The authority given to someone to do something

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What is sustainable development?

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Economic development that is conducted without the depletion of natural resources

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14
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Eco-friendly

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Not harmful to the environment

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What is a carbon footprint?

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The measure of the amount of CO² released into the atmosphere

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What is green design?

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Designs that try to be as eco-friendly as possible

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Biodegradable

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A substance or object that can decompose

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What is pollution?

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When something dirty enters a generally clean area

19
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What is global warming?

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It refers to a long-term shift in temperature and weather patterns

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What is environmental responsibility?

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An ethical obligation to protect resources, avoid pollution, and reduce environmental harm

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What is biomimicry?

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An imitation of living into design

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