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What is Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

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What is Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a systematic analysis that evaluates the environmental impact of a product or service throughout its entire life cycle - from raw material extraction through disposal. It provides a 'cradle to grave' perspective on environmental performance.

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Practice Questions for Life Cycle Assessment

What does LCA stand for in the context of environmental science?

A. Low Carbon Analysis
B. Life Cycle Assessment
C. Long Chain Alkane
D. Limited Chemical Audit

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State two factors that are measured during a life cycle assessment.

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What does LCA stand for and what is its purpose?

Life Cycle Assessment - a method to evaluate the environmental impact of a product throughout its entire life from raw materials to disposal ('cradle to grave')

What are the four main stages of an LCA?

1. Raw material extraction 2. Manufacturing/Production 3. Use phase 4. End of life/Disposal

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