Styrofoam is made of polystyrene, which is a long polymer chain. It is a hydrocarbon chain with every other carbon connected to a Phenyl group (an aromatic ring similar to benzene).
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No, styrofoam is not a homogeneous mixture. Styrofoam is a type of plastic foam made of expanded polystyrene beads that are fused together, resulting in a material with distinct air pockets and solid components.
No, Styrofoam is not transparent. It is an opaque material, meaning that light does not pass through it easily and it is not see-through.
Yes, bleach can dissolve and damage styrofoam because it creates a chemical reaction that breaks down the styrofoam material. It is recommended to avoid using bleach around styrofoam to prevent damage.
Styrofoam doesn't have a scientific name, since it is an object, but the closest would be it's official name, polystyrene thermal insulation material.
Styrofoam insulates well, is buoyant and lightweight, can be easily cut or torn to precise sizes and shapes, retains its shape when wet and is relatively inexpensive to purchase. Styrofoam is not biodegradable and not easily recyclable. Styrofoam consists of approximately 98 percent air.
No, styrofoam cups do not contain asbestos. Styrofoam is a type of plastic material while asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral known for its heat resistance and insulating properties, but it is not used in the production of styrofoam products.
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No, styrofoam is not a homogeneous mixture. Styrofoam is a type of plastic foam made of expanded polystyrene beads that are fused together, resulting in a material with distinct air pockets and solid components.
Originally a brand name for polystyrene foam, "styrofoam" is used as a generic term for beaded or extruded plastic foam material.
A type of glue that sticks well to styrofoam is called polystyrene adhesive or styrofoam glue.
The dispersed material in styrofoam is air. The air is trapped within the polymer matrix of polystyrene beads, giving styrofoam its lightweight and insulating properties.
You can use white craft glue or a special type of glue called styrofoam adhesive to bond styrofoam together.
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Styrofoam is a very porous material; air from the closed pores has a bad thermal conductivity.
No, Styrofoam is not transparent. It is an opaque material, meaning that light does not pass through it easily and it is not see-through.