These days plastic is widely used everywhere. Which of the following properties of plastic makes it most convenient for use?
Answers
Non-reactive, Durable, Quite cheaper, Poor conductors of heat and electricity are some of the properties of plastics that make them convenient for use.
Explanation:
1. Non-reactive in nature:
This property of plastic is not only useful in the storage of food materials but also makes it an environmental hazard and non-bio-degradable in nature.
2. Durable and light:
This property of plastics is helpful in the long-term storage of pickles, jams, water and carbonated drinks.
Since it is lighter than metals, it is also used in automobiles.
3. Quite cheaper:
Since it is cheaper than other materials, it is perfect for everyone and it can be remoulded into different shapes according to use.
4. Poor conductors:
Due to this property, they are used as electrical insulators.
Electric wires are covered with plastic insulation to prevent electric current from passing through them.