GCSE Chemistry Specification

OCR B J258

Section C4.5: What happens to products at the end of their useful life?

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#C4.5.1

describe the conditions which cause corrosion and the process of corrosion, and explain how mitigation is achieved by creating a physical barrier to oxygen and water and by sacrificial protection

#C4.5.2

explain reduction and oxidation in terms of loss or gain of oxygen, identifying which species are oxidised and which are reduced

#C4.5.3

explain reduction and oxidation in terms of gain or loss of electrons, identifying which species are oxidised and which are reduced

#C4.5.4

describe the basic principles in carrying out a life-cycle assessment of a material or product including

a) the use of water, energy and the environmental impact of each stage in a life cycle, including its manufacture, transport and disposal
b) incineration, landfill and electricity generation schemes
c) biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials

#C4.5.5

interpret data from a life-cycle assessment of a material or product

#C4.5.6

describe the process where PET drinks bottles are reused and recycled for different uses, and explain why this is viable

#C4.5.7

evaluate factors that affect decisions on recycling with reference to products made from crude oil and metal ores