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Plastic is a synthetic material made from a wide range of organic polymers such as polyethylene, PVC, nylon, etc., that can be molded into shape while soft and then set into a rigid or slightly elastic form.
Rubber is a tough elastic polymeric substance made from the latex of a tropical plant or synthetically.
Hard rubber is a rubber that is stiff and relatively inflexible. It is made by vulcanizing natural rubber with a high percentage of sulfur.
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Is plastic a better insulator then rubber shoes?
I think No, plastic is not a better insulator even compared to rubber shoes...Another AnswerYour question is a little like asking, "Is metal a better conductor than a electrolyte?". The reason for this is that there are lots of different types of plastic and various types of rubber. Without knowing exactly which sort of plastic, and what type of rubber, there is no way of knowing which is the better insulator.
What is the purpose of rubber or plastic insulation around appliance cords?
Rubber tends to not burn as easily as plastic. Also, rubber is more moisture-resistant than plastic. If rubber burns, the fumes from burning rubber are safer than fumes from burning plastic. Sometimes rubber is used because the cord tends to remain more flexible with rubber insulation.
Is plastic harder than rubber?
Yes! Depends which plastic and which rubber you are talking about. It really is quite alarming how people use terms like "Plastic" and "rubber" when there are HUGE numbers of massively different products falling under each category. You wouldn't say "Come round for dinner tonight, we're having 'food' followed by 'food' and then some 'food' for dessert" would you??
Why are the metal prongs of a plug sealed in plastic and rubber?
The metal prongs of a plug are sealed in plastic and rubber for insulation and safety purposes. This helps to prevent electrical shocks and short circuits by providing a protective barrier between the conductive metal prongs and the user.
Why do electrical wires covered with rubber?
AnswerBecause, it is a good insulator and won't conduct electricity. It is also flexible.It coated by rubber or plastic
Is a rubber made of a type of plastic?
yes
What type of plastic are balloons made from?
they are not made of plastic, they are made of very thin rubber
What are rubber plastic skin made out from?
Rubber plastic
Is plastic a better insulator then rubber shoes?
I think No, plastic is not a better insulator even compared to rubber shoes...Another AnswerYour question is a little like asking, "Is metal a better conductor than a electrolyte?". The reason for this is that there are lots of different types of plastic and various types of rubber. Without knowing exactly which sort of plastic, and what type of rubber, there is no way of knowing which is the better insulator.
What are two different type of materials toy cars are made of?
plastic and rubber:))
What type of energy allows a rubber ball to bounce higher than a plastic ball?
bouyancy.
Does a tennis ball have rubber or plastic in it?
Rubber.
What is the plastic type in Nerf guns?
Probably just plastic + a few metal screws or something. the dart are made of foam, usually with a rubber tip
What type of things are not biodegradable?
Plastic, glass, metal, and rubber rare just a few examples of non biodegradable things
Are o'rings made from non vulcanized rubber?
no they are made from plastic put the plastic contains rubber in side it.
When was rubber plastic invented?
Rubber plastic or synthetic rubber was first produced in 1879 by Bouchardat of France. One of the most important items made from synthetic rubber is tires.
How do you make a rubber bunny out of plastic?
It is impossible to make a rubber bunny out of plastic as rubber is a natural product and plastic is mand-made,the same as you cannot make gold out of silver kind of thing.
