
Key words for GCSE Design and Technology.
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paper |
Paper is used for writing, drawing and printing on.
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board |
Paper weighing more than 170gsm is board.
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timber |
Timber is wood prepared for use in building.
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manufactured |
Manufactured boards are large man-made sheets of recycled wood.
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boards |
Manufactured boards are large man-made sheets of recycled wood.
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non-ferrous |
Non-ferrous metals do not contain a significant amount of iron.
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metals |
Ferrous metals are refined into bars, sheets, and other forms.
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polymers |
Polymers are constructed from a large number monomers bonded together.
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fibres
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Fibres are threads from which textiles can be formed.
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smart |
Smart materials react to changes in their environment.
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materials |
Smart materials react to changes in their environment.
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composite |
Composite materials are made up of two or more different materials.
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new |
New technologies offer improvements over established technologies.
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technologies |
New technologies offer improvements over established technologies.
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hardwood |
Hardwood is natural timber from deciduous trees.
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softwood |
Softwood is natural timber from coniferous trees.
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