Question

Melamine is a versatile material. Justify the statement by giving two properties of Melamine and it's uses

Answer 1

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Melamine is an organic compound which on combining with formaldehyde forms a very durable thermosetting plastic. Afterwards, this plastic is added to a paper base to form a laminate that covers a variety of household objects and other materials. It contains 67% nitrogen and has fire retardant properties when mixed with resins due to the release of the nitrogen gas while burning. Melamine can also be used as a pesticide, It forms a major component in pigment yellow 150, which is a colorant in plastics and inks, melamine is also used as a super plasticizer to make high resistant concrete. Sulfonated melamine formaldehyde is used as a cement admixture to increase the fluidity and workability of the mixture while reducing the water content in the mixture during its handling and pouring. It results in a concrete with higher mechanical strength and a lower porosity, exhibiting a longer lifetime and an improved resistance to corrosive environments.

Melamine is also used as a fertilizer due to its high nitrogen contents; however, it is much costlier to produce than other nitrogen fertilizers like urea. Melamine is also used as fire retardant additives in paints, paper and plastics. Melamine is sometimes added to food products to illegally increase the apparent protein content.

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Answer 2

Melamine resin is very versatile material with highly stable structure. It resists fire and can tolerate heat better than other plastics.....



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