Which of the Following Is True of the Current Materials

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the current materials revolution that is occurring?

• A) New materials are being created that act as ideal replacements for many materials.
• B) Nanotechnology is likely to be a large component of the materials revolution.
• C) Many new materials are more efficient and cost-effective than their counterparts.
• D) The production and use of many new materials are far less environmentally damaging.
• E) All of these answers are true.

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Four-Firm Concentration Ratio

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