Question detail
Which stage in life cycle assessment involves obtaining materials from nature?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Life cycle assessment and recycling
Question
- A. Manufacturing
- B. Use
- C. Disposal
- D. Extracting and processing raw materials
Answer
Extracting and processing raw materials
Explanation
Extracting and processing raw materials is the stage where raw materials are obtained from natural resources for product manufacturing.
Common mistake
Confusing Stages of LCA
Students often confuse the extraction of raw materials with the processing stage in life cycle assessment.
To fix this, remember that extraction refers to obtaining raw materials from the environment, while processing involves transforming those raw materials into usable forms.
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