Question

what are the characteristics properties of plastic due to which it is a material of choice?

Answer 1

Plastics generally have: resistance to corrosion and chemicals, low electrical and thermal conductivity, high strength-to-weight ratio, colors available in a wide variety and transparent, resistance to shock, good durability, low cost, are easy to manufacture, resistant to water and have low toxicity.

Answer 2

• They are lighter than metals, making transportation and transporting them from one location to another much easier.

• Plastics are either good insulators or poor current conductors.
• Plastics are often clear and can be coloured to desired hues.
• Plastics can be moulded easily.
• Plastics are very cheap and easy to manufacture.

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