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Question 1

What is encapsulation?

Answer 1

The products are encased on both sides by a thin layer of plastic which is bonded to the surface normally by the addition of heat.

Question 2

What does encapsulation do?

Answer 2

Encapsulation helps to protect a printed product that will be handled many times such as a menu.

Question 3

What are the advantages of encapsulation?

Answer 3

It provides a high gloss surface which can be wiped clean making it more durable.

Question 4

If you have to produce a sequential illustration/instructions in the exam make sure …

Answer 4

• You produce clear outline drawings which are not coloured or rendered
• You draw them in 3D and they are not too small
• The drawings are sequenced with numbers
• You keep written instruction to a minimum and if they are used you add them with arrows

Question 5

What are the 6 Rs?

Answer 5

Rethink
Refuse
Reduce
Re-use
Repair
Recycle