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What is the main difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers in terms of molecular chains?
What is the main difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers in terms of molecular chains?
Thermoplastic polymers have long molecular chains that are not rigidly connected, while thermosetting polymers have tightly connected molecular chains.
How are thermosetting polymers typically processed?
How are thermosetting polymers typically processed?
Thermosetting polymers are typically cast into molds.
Why are thermosetting polymers considered more brittle compared to thermoplastic polymers?
Why are thermosetting polymers considered more brittle compared to thermoplastic polymers?
Thermosetting polymers are more brittle because their molecular chains are tightly connected.
What property of thermoplastic polymers contributes to their good ductility and formability?
What property of thermoplastic polymers contributes to their good ductility and formability?
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How do additives in plastics affect the properties of polymers?
How do additives in plastics affect the properties of polymers?
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