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Glass-reinforced plastic, more commonly known as fiberglass, is known for being light and strong.
Fiberglass has health problems concerned with it. Due to some glass fibers being considered carcinogens (cancer-causing), it is labeled a health concern. It can also irritate a person's skin, as well as eyes and lungs.
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Do thermo plastics of cross links between chains?
Thermosetting plastics
Is polythene a thermosetting or a thermoforming plastic?
Polythene, also known as polyethylene, is a thermoplastic, not a thermosetting plastic. Thermoplastics can be reheated and reshaped multiple times without affecting their properties, while thermosetting plastics undergo a chemical change during heating and cannot be reshaped once set.
Mould temperature affect the properties of a thermosetting plastic?
Yes, mould temperature significantly affects the properties of thermosetting plastics. Higher mould temperatures can enhance the curing process, leading to improved mechanical properties, reduced brittleness, and better dimensional stability. Conversely, lower mould temperatures may result in incomplete curing, affecting the final product's strength and thermal resistance. Therefore, controlling mould temperature is crucial for optimizing the performance of thermosetting plastics.
What are the advantages of thermosoftening?
Thermosoftening plastics can be easily molded and reshaped when heated, making them versatile for various applications. They are also generally cheaper to produce compared to thermosetting plastics. Additionally, thermosoftening plastics tend to have better impact resistance and toughness.
Why is a thermosetting plastic used for a plug socket?
Thermosetting plastics are used for plug sockets because they have high heat resistance and can withstand the temperatures generated by electrical currents without deforming. Additionally, they have good insulation properties, which help prevent electrical shocks.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of thermosetting plastics?
hey can only be heated and manipulated once so if you make a mistake you have wasted the plastic
What are the names of the two main gropes of plastics?
By properties they are Thermosetting plastics and Thermoplastics
Is wire coating an example of thermosetting plastics?
yes wire coating is an example of thermosetting plastics!!!!
What is the opposite of thermosetting plastics?
the opposite to thermosetting plastic is thermoplastic
What is the definition of Thermosetting plastics?
Plastics which once moulded into a shape do not become soft on heating and cannot be moulded again are called thermosetting plastics.
Merits and demerits of science?
advantages and disadvantages of plastics
Why is thermosetting plastics used for making chairs?
Because they can be colored, molded, cured and have reasonably good mechanical properties.
What two families of plastic are there?
thermoplastic plastics (recyclable)thermosetting plastics (non-recyclable)
What is unbreakable plastics?
mostly thermosetting plastics like bakelite
Advantages and disadvantages of plastics?
Plastics are cheap and can be molded into many things. One drawback to using plastics is they harm the environment.
What don't melt?
Thermosetting plastics. Once cooled and hardened, these plastics retain their shapes and cannot return to their original form. Thermosetting plastics dont melt (i think) :)
Do thermo plastics of cross links between chains?
Thermosetting plastics
