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Yes, thermoplastics are actually most of the plastic that we recycle.

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If it has the recycled number on the bottom (probably code 2 HDPE) it is definately thermoplastic. One characterisitics of thermoplastics is that they can melt and be remoulded whereas thermosetting plastics can not (they will char). Therefore, it logically follows that if it can be recycled it will be a thermoplastic polymer.


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There are 2 types of plastics:- i)thermoplastic ii)thermosetting plastic the one you use in your houshold is thermoplastic which is like mugs ,buckets,etc. switchboard,outerpart of wires,etc are thermosettingplastics. thermoplastic:the one which can be recycled easily thermosettingplastics:the one which cannot be recycled through heating or melting it


is a plastic a thermosetting or thermoplastic?

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How does thermoplastic material differ from a thermosetting material?

Thermoplastic and thermoset materials both fall under the broad category of Polymers. The biggest difference between a thermoplastic and thermoset is that a thermoplastic can be recycled. Whereas a thermoset irreversibly cure. Thermoplastic: PE, PP, PVC. Thermoset: Bakelite, Epoxy.


What is thermoplastic used for?

I believe that thermoplastics are used because they can be melted down again. This means they are are often used for things like bottles because they can be recycled easily compared to other plastics which cannot be remoulded. Hope this helps.


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What is a plastic with high elongations that can be recycled?

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