Waste and Pollution in Fashion Industry

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Which of the following materials is not biodegradable?

  1. Cotton

  2. Polyester

  3. Wool

  4. Linen


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Polyester is a synthetic material made from petroleum, which is not biodegradable.

Approximately, how much water is required to produce a single cotton t-shirt?

  1. 2,700 liters

  2. 1,000 liters

  3. 500 liters

  4. 100 liters


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Producing a single cotton t-shirt requires approximately 2,700 liters of water, which is equivalent to the amount of water an average person drinks in 2.5 years.

What percentage of clothing produced globally ends up in landfills each year?

  1. 10%

  2. 20%

  3. 30%

  4. 40%


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Approximately 40% of clothing produced globally ends up in landfills each year, contributing to the accumulation of waste and pollution.

Which of the following processes in the fashion industry is known for releasing harmful chemicals into the environment?

  1. Spinning

  2. Weaving

  3. Dyeing

  4. Finishing


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The dyeing process in the fashion industry often involves the use of harmful chemicals, which can pollute water sources and harm aquatic life.

What is the term used to describe the practice of discarding clothing and accessories after a short period of use?

  1. Fast fashion

  2. Sustainable fashion

  3. Circular fashion

  4. Ethical fashion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fast fashion refers to the practice of producing clothing quickly and cheaply, often resulting in low-quality garments that are discarded after a short period of use.

Which of the following materials is considered more sustainable than conventional cotton?

  1. Organic cotton

  2. Bamboo

  3. Hemp

  4. Recycled polyester


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Organic cotton is grown without the use of harmful pesticides and fertilizers, making it a more sustainable option compared to conventional cotton.

What is the primary greenhouse gas emitted during the production of synthetic fibers?

  1. Carbon dioxide

  2. Methane

  3. Nitrous oxide

  4. Hydrofluorocarbons


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The production of synthetic fibers, such as nylon and polyester, releases nitrous oxide, a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential 298 times higher than carbon dioxide.

Which of the following initiatives aims to reduce waste and pollution in the fashion industry by promoting circularity?

  1. Make Fashion Circular

  2. Sustainable Apparel Coalition

  3. Global Fashion Agenda

  4. Fashion for Good


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Make Fashion Circular is an initiative led by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation that aims to transform the fashion industry into a circular economy, where waste and pollution are eliminated.

What is the term used to describe the process of recovering and recycling materials from discarded clothing and accessories?

  1. Upcycling

  2. Downcycling

  3. Recycling

  4. Composting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Upcycling involves transforming discarded materials into new products of higher quality or value, while downcycling refers to the conversion of materials into products of lower quality.

Which of the following countries is known for its significant contribution to textile waste?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. United States

  4. Bangladesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

China is the world's largest producer of textiles and clothing, and it also generates a significant amount of textile waste, contributing to global waste and pollution.

What is the term used to describe the practice of designing clothing and accessories with the intention of minimizing waste and pollution?

  1. Sustainable design

  2. Circular design

  3. Eco-design

  4. Green design


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sustainable design involves considering the environmental and social impacts of a product throughout its lifecycle, from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal.

Which of the following materials is biodegradable and compostable?

  1. Cotton

  2. Polyester

  3. Wool

  4. Nylon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cotton is a natural material derived from plant fibers, making it biodegradable and compostable, unlike synthetic materials like polyester and nylon.

What is the term used to describe the practice of renting clothing and accessories instead of purchasing them?

  1. Clothing rental

  2. Fashion rental

  3. Wardrobe sharing

  4. Peer-to-peer fashion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Clothing rental involves renting clothing and accessories for a specific period of time, rather than purchasing them outright, which can help reduce waste and promote circularity.

Which of the following initiatives aims to eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals in the fashion industry?

  1. Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC)

  2. Sustainable Apparel Coalition

  3. Global Fashion Agenda

  4. Fashion for Good


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) initiative aims to eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals in the fashion industry and promote safer alternatives.

What is the term used to describe the practice of purchasing clothing and accessories made from recycled or upcycled materials?

  1. Sustainable shopping

  2. Ethical shopping

  3. Circular shopping

  4. Conscious shopping


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Circular shopping involves purchasing clothing and accessories made from recycled or upcycled materials, which helps reduce waste and promote circularity in the fashion industry.

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