Nylon and Polyesters in the Polymeric World

Which thermoplastic material is known for being resistant to chemicals, ultraviolet light, impact, and abrasion?

What type of polymer is polyethylene terephthalate (PET or PETE)?

Which of the following synthetic materials tends to shrink away from flames and self-extinguish?

What is the main characteristic of elastomers that allows them to recover when the load is removed?

Which thermoset plastic is commonly used as an adhesive or in composite materials?

What characteristic makes polypropylene useful for small components like chair casters and rollers?

What effect does lowering the melting temperature of a plastic have on the molecular chain?

At what temperature does a plastic solidify at its melting-point temperature?

What effect do plasticizers have when added to plastics that have been lowered to a brittle state?

In which environment are plastic wastes commonly found?

What is a characteristic of bioplastics in terms of breakdown?

What is one advantage of recycling plastics into products like outdoor furniture and floor tiles?

What is a major VOC irritant often found in synthetic materials?

Which type of plastic becomes soft when heated and can be remolded?

What type of plastic has cross-linked molecular chains that reduce its flexibility?

Which synthetic material is very clear, hard, lightweight, and chemical- and weather-resistant?

What gives thermoplastics their flexibility?

Which type of material is becoming more readily available as an alternative to formaldehyde-containing materials?