Question

difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic​

Answer 1

Answer:

The primary difference between the two is that Thermoset is a material that strengthens when heated, but cannot be remolded or heated after the initial forming, while thermoplastics can be reheated, remolded, and cooled as necessary without causing any chemical changes.

Answer 2

Answer:

Thermoplastic

1) These are the plastics which get deformed easily on heating and can be bent easily.

2) These are used for manufacturing toys,combs,cargrills and various types of containers.

3) examples-polythene and pvc.

Thermosetting plastics

1) These are the plastics which when molded once cannot be softened by heating.

2) Examples-Bakelite and melamine.

3) A- bakelite is used for making Electrical switches and handles of various utensils etc.

B-Melamines are used for making floor tiles,kitchen ware and fabrics,which resist fire.

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