Topic 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 7 factors that influence the design of a chemical process?
A
- Cost of feedstock
- Availability of feedstocks
- Sustainability of the feedstock
- Product yield.
- Opportunities for recycling
- Energy requirements
- Marketability of by-products
2
Q
What is a feedstock?
A
is a substance from which other chemicals can be produced.
3
Q
Why does recycling materials influence a reaction?
A
recycling un-reacted reactants saves money and reduces waste.
4
Q
What are the 3 environmental considerations for a reaction?
A
- Minimising waste
- avoiding the use or production of toxic
substances - designing products which will biodegrade if
appropriate
