Quiz on Polymers and Plastics

What is the process called that is used to produce polymers?

• Distillation

• Refining

• Filtration

• Extraction

What is the initial state of crude oil before it is processed?

• Refined

• Usable

• Unprocessed

• Solid

Where is crude oil extracted from?

• Underground

• Mountains

• Rivers

• Forests

What are the two main types of plastics mentioned?

• Bioplastics and Thermoplastics

• Thermoplastics and Thermosetting plastics

• Polyethylene and Polypropylene

• Recycled and Non-recycled plastics

What form are polymers usually in before being processed?

• Sheets

• Pellets or beads

• Liquids

• Powders

What is a characteristic of thermoplastics?

• Brittle and rigid

• Soft and flexible

• Heavy and dense

• Transparent and light

What is a key feature of thermosetting plastics?

• They can be remolded

• They are waterproof when solid

• They are transparent

• They are biodegradable

Why are pigments added to plastics?

• To make them stronger

• To change their color

• To make them lighter

• To increase flexibility

What is the purpose of adding plasticisers to plastics?

• To make them more rigid

• To make them more flexible

• To make them heavier

• To make them transparent

Why are plastics cheaper than products made from wood or metal?

• They are more durable

• They have a high strength-to-weight ratio

• They are more aesthetically pleasing

• They are easier to recycle