Features in an Industrial Design That Are Solely Functional or Utilitarian

question 21

True/False

Features in an industrial design that are solely functional or utilitarian are not protected under the Industrial Design Act.

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Definitions:

Scar Tissue

Fibrous tissue that forms during the healing process of a wound, potentially leading to changes in skin texture and appearance.

Cirrhosis

A chronic liver disease marked by degeneration of cells, inflammation, and significant fibrosis or scarring of liver tissue.

Chronic Liver Disease

Long-term damage to the liver from any cause leading to loss of liver function, which can result in scarring (cirrhosis), liver failure, and other complications.

Stomach Lining

The inner layer of the stomach, consisting of mucus membranes that protect it from acidic digestive juices.