thermoplastics Flashcards
1
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polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
A
- made from crude oil
- can be recycled
- building, transport, packaging
2
Q
polypropylene (PP)
A
- available in translucent
- good chemical resistance
- safe working temperature 100
- rope, folders
3
Q
low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
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- very tough, weather proof
- good chemical resistance
- available in translucent
- safe working temperature 65
- squeeze detergent bottles, toys
4
Q
high-density polyethylene (HDPE)
A
- available in translucent form
- weather proof
- tough, good chemical resistance
- safe working temperature 65
- jerry cans, buckets
5
Q
high-impact polystyrene (HIPS)
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- hard, rigid
- available in translucent
- tough
- safe working temperature 70
- yogurt pots, toilet seats
6
Q
acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
A
- tough, hard
- available in opaque
- safe working temperature 80
- calculator casings, handles
7
Q
polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)
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