Polymers Flashcards by Jay Webster

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High Density Polyethylene Uses

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pipes
buckets
bins

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High Density Polyethylene Properties

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thermoforming
lightweight
tear & chemical resistant
resists cracking
stiff

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Low Density Polyethylene Uses

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packaging
carrier bags
detergent

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Low Density Polyethylene Properties

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thermoforming
flexible
weatherproof
chemical resistant
low water absorption

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Polyvinyl Chloride Uses

A

pipes
shoe soles
electrical tapes

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Polyvinyl Chloride Properties

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thermoforming
rigid
UV resistant
easily extruded

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Polypropylene Uses

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food containers
rope
crates

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Polypropylene Properties

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thermoforming
lightweight
ductile
chemical resistant

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High Impact Polystyrene Uses

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protective packaging
food contains

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High Impact Polystyrene Properties

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thermoforming
thermal & electrical insulator
flexible
-lightweight
food-safe

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Acrylic Uses

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car lights
bath tubs
shop signage
displays

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Acrylic Properties

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thermoforming
good resistance to weathering
good insulator
scratches easily
brittle

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Epoxy Resin Uses

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used as an adhesive (Araldite)

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Epoxy Resin Properties

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thermosetting
insulator
good chemical & wear resistance
brittle

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Melamine Formaldehyde Uses

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picnic crockery
laminates

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Melamine Formaldehyde Properties

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thermosetting
resistant to heat, scratching & staining
insulator
hard

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Urea Formaldehyde Uses

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A

electrical fittings

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Urea Formaldehyde Properties

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thermosetting
insulator
durable
hardwearing