Question

explain the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic​

Answer 1

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Thermoplastics have secondary bonds between molecular chains. Thermosetting plastics have primary bonds between molecular chains and held together by strong cross-links. Thermoplastics have low melting points and low tensile strength. Thermosetting plastics have high melting points and tensile strength.

Answer 2

Difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic

Explanation:

• Thermoplastics are usually formed by addition polymerization, while thermosetting plastic is made up of condensation polymerization.
• Thermoplastic usually becomes soft on heating and hard on cooling, while thermosetting plastic does not become soft on heating.
• Thermoplastics are soluble in organic solvent, while thermosetting plastics are insoluble in organic solvents.
• Polythene is an example of thermoplastic,  Bakelite is an example of thermosetting plastic.