Polymer Properties Quiz

What type of polymer is known for being weatherproof and a good electrical insulator?

• High impact polystyrene (HIPS)

• Acrylic (PMMA)

• Polypropylene (PP)

• PVC (polyvinyl chloride)

Which polymer is used for making yoghurt pots and children's toys due to its hard and rigid properties?

• High density polythene (HDPE)

• Low density polythene (LDPE)

• High impact polystyrene (HIPS)

• Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE)

Which polymer is characterized by its excellent chemical resistance and is used for making pipes and hard hats?

• High density polythene (HDPE)

• Polypropylene (PP)

• PET (polyethylene terephthalate)

• Epoxy resin (ER)

What is a common use for PVC (polyvinyl chloride) due to its stiff and hard-wearing properties?

• Carrier bags

• Pipes

• Boat hulls

• Adhesive

Which polymer is used in making golf club heads and is known for its impact and heat resistance?

• Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)

• Silicone

• Melamine formaldehyde (MF)

• Epoxy resin (ER)

What is a key property of silicone that makes it suitable for use in seals and gaskets?

• Good electrical conductor

• UV resistant

• Elastic recovery

• Low density

Which polymer is resistant to light, heat, chemicals, and fire, making it suitable for kitchen worktops?

• Melamine formaldehyde (MF)

• Phenol formaldehyde (PF)

• Urea formaldehyde (UR)

• Polyester resin (PF)

What is a typical application of low density polythene (LDPE) because of its flexibility and toughness?

• Food packaging film

• Kitchen worktops

• Boat hulls

• Golf club heads

Which polymer is selected for making water bottles due to its clarity and good barrier properties?

• Silicone

• Melamine formaldehyde (MF)

• Epoxy resin (ER)

• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)