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Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Imagine you are working in a lab and you need to create a new type of plastic. You start with the basic building blocks. What are these building blocks called?
A manufacturing process for plastics
A large molecule that cannot combine with others
A small molecule that can chemically bond to other monomers to form a polymer
A type of plastic
What is polyethylene used for?
Making electronic circuits
Manufacture of 'plastic' bottles
Producing adhesives like Araldite
Insulating electrical wires
Imagine you're working on a project that involves creating custom kitchenware. Which of the following characteristics would NOT apply to the thermosetting plastics you're considering for the handles?
They have a strong bond between molecules
They are used in adhesives and varnishes
They can be reheated and reshaped multiple times
They cannot be reshaped once set
Imagine you're working with a variety of materials in a product design workshop. What property would you find common in materials classified as thermoplastics?
They cannot be recycled
They soften when heated
They are used mainly for insulation
They are all derived from natural materials
What is Acrylic commonly used for in schools?
Insulating electrical circuits
Vacuum forming shapes
Making gears and bearings
Producing adhesives
Which feature of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) makes it suitable for manufacturing medical tubing and blood bags?
It is the most common plastic in everyday life
It is mainly used for making toys
It cannot be welded or bonded with an adhesive
It can be either hard or flexible
Why is Nylon a preferred material for manufacturing gears in machinery?
Its ability to change colors
Its resistance to water
Its reduced friction between moving parts
Its transparency
A hobbyist is looking to build a lightweight model airplane. Which of the following plastics would be the ideal choice for this project?
Polyethylene
Styrofoam
Polyester resins
Melamine Formaldehyde
What is the main use of Polyurethane?
Model making
Insulating electrical circuits
Forming the basis of many paints and varnishes
Making plastic bottles
During the manufacturing of children's toys, which process is NOT typically used?
Injection Moulding
Blow Moulding
Vacuum Forming
Solvent Bonding
