Plastics

Question 0

Thermosetting plastics can be bent..

Answer 0

Once

Question 1

Thermoplastics can be bent…

Answer 1

Many times

Question 2

Name 1 thermosetting plastic…

Answer 2

Polyurethane

Question 3

Name 1 thermoplastic

Answer 3

Acrylic

Question 4

5 facts about acrylic

Answer 4

Can be translucent, transparent or opaque
Resistant to most acids and weather conditions
A good electrical insulator
Safe with food
Used in light units and illuminated signs

Question 5

3 Polythene facts

Answer 5

There are 2 types high density and low density
Can be moulded into almost any form
Used in the production of bottles and bowls

Question 6

3 polyvinyl chloride facts

Answer 6

Tough
Can be welded or bonded with an adhesive (glue)
Used in water pipes and raincoats

Question 7

3 polyurethane facts

Answer 7

Water resistant
Very tough
Used in the basis of many paints and varnishes

Question 8

4 Melamine Formaldehyde facts

Answer 8

Smooth surface
Hygienic
Excellent electrical insulator
Used in electrical plugs and sockets

Question 9

3 polyester resin facts

Answer 9

Very tough and impact resistant

Combined with fibre glass to make glass reinforced plastic (GRP) which is used in sailing boats and car body repairs