Chemistry GCSE
Comparative LCA
What Comparative LCA means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Comparative LCA
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A simple comparison that sets the same stages side by side for two products, such as shopping bags made from plastic and paper.
Topics that use Comparative LCA
- Life cycle assessment (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Cradle-to-grave environmental assessment
- Abbreviated LCA
- Functional unit
- Life cycle assessment
- Materials from crude oil and plants
- Misleading
- Pre-determined conclusions
- Quantitative measurement
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