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Dislocations in the structure of the plastic cause energy release resulting in the generation of heat
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 12y agono because its transparent and it isn't insulated
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∙ 11y agoso what really happens when plastic is heated the plastics can be made into any shape. It melts...
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∙ 13y agoIt can.
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Heat ( submersed in boiling water , blasted with a hairdryer or held over a flame )
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Just bend it lightly with your fingers!
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∙ 13y agoplastic cannot hold heat because it doesn't have free electrons and it is transparent .
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∙ 13y agoIt usually melts
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∙ 9y ago.
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Is styrofoam a better insulator of heat than plastic?
Styrofoam is a better insulator of heat than plastic. The plastic allows the heat in and out and the cold in and out. The Styrofoam helps keep the heat in.
Does a plastic kettle handle prevent or helps heat flow?
Plastic is a good insulator of heat, meaning heat can't flow through it very well. So a plastic handle on a kettle doesn't conduct heat through it and this means you don't get burnt when handling it.
What is thermostatic plastic?
it is the plastic that keeps heat in and does not let heat out
How does acid affect heat?
it doesnt affect itio j
What can affect plastic?
Extreme temperatures:heat--can melt plasticcold--can make plastic brittle, then crackForce and pressure
Do light bulbs fade plastic?
Light bulbs can affect plastic depending on the plastic and what type of bulb (lamp) is being used. Heat and higher frequencies of light are the two characteristics of lamps that can most affect plastic. As there are thousands of plastics and many different lamps (wattage and color temperatures), it is difficult to say if a lamp will affect plastic. To cite a single example, we often see a plastic liner in a lampshade that has changed color because of prolonged exposure to the heat and light of the lamp in the fixture.
Is styrofoam a better insulator of heat than plastic?
Styrofoam is a better insulator of heat than plastic. The plastic allows the heat in and out and the cold in and out. The Styrofoam helps keep the heat in.
How does a plastic box help to reduce heat loss?
Plastic is an insulator therefore it is a poor conductor of heat. A plastic box will therefore be able to keep a lot of heat on the inside.
How does plastic box help to reduce heat loss?
Plastic is an insulator therefore it is a poor conductor of heat. A plastic box will therefore be able to keep a lot of heat on the inside.
What is a better heat conductor paper or plastic?
Plastic?
How does heat affect the movement of molecules in a rubber?
Heat does not affect it. It expands with coolness. It contracts with heat.
Why is plastic an insulator?
Plastic is an insulator meaning it does not conduct heat .
Is plastic a heat insulator?
no
Does metal conduct more heat than plastic?
Yes, metals are better conductors of heat than plastic.
How can heat affect the state of an object?
Heat can affect the molecular composition of an object.
Will heat travel faster through a glass cup or a plastic cup?
It depends on the kind of plastic but mostly (I'd think) plastic is a better insulator for heat transport
Does a plastic kettle handle prevent or helps heat flow?
Plastic is a good insulator of heat, meaning heat can't flow through it very well. So a plastic handle on a kettle doesn't conduct heat through it and this means you don't get burnt when handling it.
