Topic 1

Question 1

What are the 7 factors that influence the design of a chemical process?

Answer 1

1. Cost of feedstock
2. Availability of feedstocks
3. Sustainability of the feedstock
4. Product yield.
5. Opportunities for recycling
6. Energy requirements
7. Marketability of by-products

Question 2

What is a feedstock?

Answer 2

is a substance from which other chemicals can be produced.

Question 3

Why does recycling materials influence a reaction?

Answer 3

recycling un-reacted reactants saves money and reduces waste.

Question 4

What are the 3 environmental considerations for a reaction?

Answer 4

1. Minimising waste
2. avoiding the use or production of toxic
   substances
3. designing products which will biodegrade if
   appropriate