Thermoplastics - Uses

Question 1

Low density polythene (LDPE)

Answer 1

Squeezee bottles and toys
Plastic sacks and sheets
Packaging film
Telecommunications cable insulation
TV aerial lead insulation

Question 2

High density polythene (HDPE)

Answer 2

Milk crates
Bottles; barrels tanks pipes
Chemical pumps
Machine parts (gear wheels)
Houseware (buckets, bowls)

Question 3

Rigid PVC

Answer 3

Pipes
Guttering and fittings
Bottles and containers
Gramophone records
Chocolate box liners
Curtain rails
Roofing sheets
Shoe sales
Brush bristles

Question 4

Plasticised PVC

Answer 4

Leather cloth
Suitcases
Tabletop coverings
Sealing compounds
Under seal
Dip coatings
Hosepipes
Electrical wiring insulation
Wall coverings
Floor coverings

Question 5

Polystyrene

Answer 5

Food containers
Disposable cups, cutlery, plates
Model kits
Refrigerator linings
Film
Kitchen ware
Toys
Radio cabinets

Question 6

Expanded polystyrene

Answer 6

Sound insulation
Heat insulation
Packaging

Question 7

Acrylic

Answer 7

Light units and illuminated signs
Watch and clock glasses
Record player lids
Simple lenses
Aircraft canopies and windows
Car rear light units
Skylights
Furniture
Baths
Perspex sheet
Cladding for buildings

Question 8

Polypropylene

Answer 8

Crates
Chair shells and seats
Waste and chemical pipes and fittings
Packaging film
String, ripe, sacks, cloth, carpets, strapping tape
Car and domestic appliance parts (air-cleaners, battery cases)
Medical equipment
Containers with integral hinges