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Is polystyrene a renewable resource?
No, but it is potentially recyclable (but I am unaware of any recycling facilities that will accept it at this time).
What is the other name for polystyrene?
The other name for polystyrene is Styrofoam.
Why polystyrene is homopolymer?
Polystyrene is formed from only one monomer - styrene.
What is the common name for air bubbled polystyrene?
thermocol is the common name for air bubbled polystyrene.
Can POLYSTYRENE be frozen?
Yes, polystyrene can be frozen. Freezing polystyrene can help preserve food or keep it fresh for longer periods. However, extreme temperature changes can cause polystyrene to become brittle and potentially crack.
Is polystyrene a renewable resource?
No, but it is potentially recyclable (but I am unaware of any recycling facilities that will accept it at this time).
Is foam renewable?
Foam is not considered renewable because it is typically made from synthetic materials like polyurethane or polystyrene, which are derived from non-renewable petroleum resources. However, there are some bio-based foams made from renewable resources like soy or corn, which are more environmentally friendly.
Where is polystrene made?
Polystyrene is made from petroleum which is non sustainable and non renewable. It is made from styrene monomer. It is used as a strong plastic that can be extruded, ejected, or blow molded.
Is polystyrene biodegradable?
Polystyrene is NOT biodegradable
What is rigid polystyrene?
Rigid polystyrene is a hard plastic Rigid polystyrene is a hard plastic
Why is polystyrene called polystyrene?
Because polystyrene is the polymer of the monomer styrene; poli in the Greek language has the meaning of many.
What does the word polystyrene mean?
Polystyrene is a kind of hard plastic.
What is the other name for polystyrene?
The other name for polystyrene is Styrofoam.
What is polystyrene made?
Polystyrene is obtained by the polymerization of the monomer styrene.
What country is polystyrene from?
Polystyrene was discovered in Germany. Eduard Simon discovered it in 1839. He was from Berlin. Polystyrene is also called thermocole.
Why was methanol an appropriate solvent to precipitate polystyrene?
Methanol is used to force polystyrene OUT of solution. So the simple answer is: you can't. But, there is probably an extreme temperature or pressure that allows polystyrene to remain in solution with methanol present.
What is styrofoam cups made of?
Styrofoam... it's like polystyrene
