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Students should be able to explain why different papers and boards are suitable for different applications, including: • layout paper: sketch pads • cartridge paper: printing • tracing paper: copying images • bleed proof paper: marker rendering • treated paper: photographic printing • watercolour paper: painting • corrugated card: packaging • bleached card: greeting cards and high quality packaging • mount board: modelling • duplex card: food packaging • foil backed and laminated card: drinks packaging • metal effect card: gift packaging • moulded paper pulp: eco-friendly packaging.

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Performance characteristics of materials

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Performance characteristics of materials

Aqa A Level Design And Technology Product DesignTechnical principles

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Students should be able to explain why different papers and boards are suitable for different applications, including: • layout paper: sketch pads • cartridge paper: printing • tracing paper: copying images • bleed proof paper: marker rendering • treated paper: photographic printing • watercolour paper: painting • corrugated card: packaging • bleached card: greeting cards and high quality packaging • mount board: modelling • duplex card: food packaging • foil backed and laminated card: drinks packaging • metal effect card: gift packaging • moulded paper pulp: eco-friendly packaging

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  • You need to be able to students should be able to explain why different papers and boards are suitable for different applications, including: • layout paper: sketch pads • cartridge paper: printing • tracing paper: copying images • bleed proof paper: marker rendering • treated paper: photographic printing • watercolour paper: painting • corrugated card: packaging • bleached card: greeting cards and high quality packaging • mount board: modelling • duplex card: food packaging • foil backed and laminated card: drinks packaging • metal effect card: gift packaging • moulded paper pulp: eco-friendly packaging.
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Which type of paper is most suitable for high-quality photographic printing?

Direct answer

Treated paper is specifically designed to absorb ink in a way that enhances the quality of photographic prints.

Key terms

  • Treated paper: Paper that has been coated or treated to enhance its properties for specific applications, such as photographic printing.
  • Duplex card: A type of card made from two layers of paper, often used for food packaging due to its lightweight and printable surface.

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Confusing types of paper: Remember that tracing paper is primarily for copying images, while cartridge or treated paper is better for printing.

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