what is the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic
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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.
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Thermoplastics : Plastics which can be easily deformed and bend easily on heating are known as thermoplastics.
They are used for making toys, containers.
Examples are PVC, Polythene
thermosetting plastics : plastics once moulded cannot be bent or deformed are known as thermosetting plastics.
They are used for making switches, handles of utensils.
Examples are Bakelite, Melamine
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