Module 1C

• Why is it important to know the components of consumer products?

  For awareness regarding use, safety, quality, and cost
• How can consumers apply knowledge of products before consuming?

  By evaluating safety and cost before purchase
• What are consumer products?

  Goods sold for individual consumption
• What are the positive and negative impacts of consumer products?

  They can help or harm consumers
• What are the two primary reasons a consumer product may cause harm?

  Abuse/misuse and intentional harm
• How are science, technology, and society interconnected?

  Changes in one affect the others
• Why do we have many products with slightly different compositions?

  Continuous improvement in product formulations
• What is the responsibility of consumers regarding products?

  To be informed and knowledgeable
• What is the chemical composition of hair shampoo?

  Sodium chloride and sodium lauryl sulfate
• What is the usage of hair shampoo?

  Adjust viscosity and reduce surface tension
• What is the safety level of hair shampoo?

  For external use only
• What is the cost of hair shampoo?

  Affordable depending on the brand
• What is the chemical composition of bath soap?

  Sodium hydroxide and glycerine
• What is the usage of bath soap?

  Improve personal hygiene and cure skin infections
• What is the safety level of bath soap?

  For external use only
• What is the cost of bath soap?

  Affordable depending on the brand
• What is the chemical composition of laundry detergent?

  Sodium alkyl sulfate and sodium hydroxide
• What is the usage of laundry detergent?

  Clean clothes and act as an all-purpose cleaner
• What is the safety level of laundry detergent?

  For external use only
• What is the cost of laundry detergent?

  Affordable depending on the brand
• What is the purpose of acidic shampoo?

  To improve hair appearance and manageability
• What is the safety level of acidic shampoo?

  Safe when used in moderation
• What is the cost of acidic shampoo?

  Generally affordable
• What is the purpose of alkaline shampoo?

  Used as a cleansing and denaturing agent
• What is the safety level of alkaline shampoo?

  Safe in moderation, can damage hair
• What is the cost of alkaline shampoo?

  Generally affordable
• How do the components of consumer products affect their usage, safety, quality, and cost?

  • Components determine effectiveness and safety
  • Quality varies based on ingredients
  • Cost influenced by brand and composition
• What are the key factors to consider when comparing consumer products?

  • Components for use
  • Safety levels
  • Quality assessments
  • Cost evaluations
• What are the potential dangers of consumer products?

  • Abuse or misuse can lead to harm
  • Some products are designed to cause harm
• What is the role of continuous improvement in consumer products?

  • Enhances safety and effectiveness
  • Adapts to new scientific discoveries