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Quiz on Plastics

Total questions: 67

Worksheet time: 34mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When did the commercial production of plastics really start?

a)

Before the 1st World War

b)

After the 2nd World War

c)

During the 1st World War

d)

In the 21st century

2.

What process is used to separate chemicals in crude oil for plastic production?

a)

Chemical synthesis

b)

Fractional Distillation

c)

Electrolysis

d)

Filtration

3.

What are small molecules in some fractions called?

a)

Polymers

b)

Monomers

c)

Isomers

d)

Atoms

4.

What do monomers chemically join to form?

a)

Atoms

b)

Elements

c)

Polymers

d)

Compounds

5.

Diagram showing the process of fractional distillation with temperature gradients and different fractions like petroleum gas, gasoline, kerosene, diesel, etc.

a)

Petroleum gas is collected at the top of the column.

b)

Diesel is collected at the bottom of the column.

c)

Gasoline is collected at the bottom of the column.

d)

Kerosene is collected at the top of the column.

6.

What is the purpose of adding plasticisers to plastics?

a)

To make plastic bendy

b)

To change color

c)

To reduce static charge

d)

To reduce burning

7.

Which chemical is added to plastics to change their color?

a)

Plasticisers

b)

Pigments

c)

Antistatics

d)

Antioxidants

8.

What is the role of antistatics in plastics?

a)

To make plastic bendy

b)

To change color

c)

To reduce static charge

d)

To reduce attack by air

9.

Why are antioxidants added to plastics?

a)

To make plastic bendy

b)

To change color

c)

To reduce static charge

d)

To reduce attack by air

10.

What is the function of flame retardants in plastics?

a)

To make plastic bendy

b)

To change color

c)

To reduce burning

d)

To reduce static charge

11.

Why are plastic products often cheaper than similar products made from wood or metal?

a)

They require more energy to produce.

b)

The raw materials are more expensive.

c)

They are self-finishing, reducing the need for painting.

d)

They have higher transport costs.

12.

What is one advantage of plastic products in terms of production?

a)

They are difficult to mass produce.

b)

They require more energy to produce.

c)

They are easily mass produced.

d)

They have poor resistance to corrosion.

13.

How do plastic products compare to metal products in terms of raw material costs?

a)

Plastic raw materials are more expensive.

b)

Metal raw materials are cheaper.

c)

Plastic raw materials are cheaper.

d)

Both have the same cost.

14.

What is a benefit of plastic products regarding atmospheric conditions?

a)

Poor resistance to atmospheric corrosion.

b)

Good resistance to atmospheric corrosion.

c)

No resistance to atmospheric corrosion.

d)

Only resistant to heat.

15.

What is a characteristic of plastics that affects their transport costs?

a)

Transport costs are higher.

b)

Transport costs are less.

c)

Transport costs are the same as metal.

d)

Transport costs are unpredictable.

16.

What is one of the main reasons plastic products are difficult to dispose of?

a)

They are biodegradable

b)

They have a long shelf life

c)

They are lightweight

d)

They are expensive to produce

17.

What harmful effect occurs when plastics are burnt?

a)

They produce clean energy

b)

They release oxygen

c)

They produce black choking gases

d)

They become biodegradable

18.

What is a characteristic of thermoplastics when they are molten?

a)

They become brittle

b)

They are sticky and can cause severe burns

c)

They evaporate

d)

They become non-recyclable

19.

Why is PVC considered difficult to recycle?

a)

It is biodegradable

b)

It contains many nasty pollutants

c)

It is lightweight

d)

It is expensive to produce

20.

What are thermoplastics made from?

a)

Short chain polymers with strong chemical bonds

b)

Long chain polymers with weak chemical bonds

c)

Short chain polymers with weak chemical bonds

d)

Long chain polymers with strong chemical bonds

21.

What happens to thermoplastics when they are heated?

a)

They become solid and rigid

b)

They melt completely

c)

They become 'semi fluid' and can be shaped

d)

They undergo a chemical reaction

22.

Why can the process of shaping thermoplastics be repeated many times?

a)

Because they are biodegradable

b)

Because no chemical reaction takes place

c)

Because they are made of metal

d)

Because they are heat resistant

23.

What is a potential downside of excessive heat on thermoplastics?

a)

It makes them more flexible

b)

It enhances their color

c)

It permanently damages the chemical structure

d)

It makes them waterproof

24.

What are thermosetting plastics?

a)

Plastics that can be softened by reheating

b)

Plastics that are converted into their final form by heat and cannot be softened again

c)

Plastics that are easily recyclable

d)

Plastics that are used only for temporary applications

25.

Why are thermosets not recyclable?

a)

They are too expensive to recycle

b)

They have weak chemical bonds

c)

They undergo a chemical change and have strong chemical bonds

d)

They are too soft to be recycled

26.

Which of the following is a manufacturing method for thermosets?

a)

Extrusion

b)

Injection moulding

c)

Casting

d)

3D printing

27.

What type of material are elastomers?

a)

Metal

b)

Thermoset

c)

Ceramic

d)

Glass

28.

What quality do the bonds between the chains in elastomers give them?

a)

Brittle

b)

Rigid

c)

Springy

d)

Hard

29.

Which of the following is an example of an elastomer?

a)

Steel

b)

Natural rubber

c)

Glass

d)

Wood

30.

What is latex used to make?

a)

Tires

b)

Surgical gloves

c)

Bottles

d)

Shoes

31.

What is Lycra used for?

a)

Making furniture

b)

Making stretchy clothing

c)

Making glassware

d)

Making paper

32.

What are composites?

a)

Materials combined to achieve specific advantages

b)

Single materials used in construction

c)

Natural materials found in the environment

d)

Metals used in electronics

33.

Which of the following is an example of a composite material?

a)

Kevlar

b)

Steel

c)

Wood

d)

Copper

34.

What is GRP an abbreviation for?

a)

Glass reinforced plastic

b)

Graphite reinforced polymer

c)

Gold reinforced plastic

d)

Glass recycled paper

35.

For which of the following uses are composites extensively used?

a)

Sporting uses like bike parts and tennis rackets

b)

Cooking utensils

c)

Office furniture

d)

Musical instruments

36.

What is High Density Polyethene (HDPE) commonly used for?

a)

Thin film for carrier bags

b)

Blow moulded bottles and piping

c)

Insulation for wiring

d)

Squeezy bottles

37.

What is Low Density Polyethene (LDPE) commonly used for?

a)

Injection moulded toys

b)

Piping

c)

Thin film for carrier bags

d)

Buckets

38.

What is Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) commonly used for?

a)

Making glass bottles

b)

Manufacturing paper products

c)

Creating Lego bricks and household appliances

d)

Producing metal tools

39.

Which of the following properties does ABS possess?

a)

Brittle and fragile

b)

Strong, tough, and scratch resistant

c)

Soft and flexible

d)

Highly flammable

40.

ABS is resistant to which of the following?

a)

Water and humidity

b)

Heat and chemicals

c)

Electricity and magnetism

d)

Light and sound

41.

What is another name for Polyvinyl chloride?

a)

Polyethylene

b)

Polypropylene

c)

Polychloroethene

d)

Polystyrene

42.

Which of the following is NOT a product made from PVC?

a)

Window frames

b)

Disposable pens

c)

Razor handles

d)

Glass bottles

43.

What are some properties of PVC?

a)

Weak and flexible

b)

Strong, stiff, and chemical resistant

c)

Brittle and heat resistant

d)

Soft and biodegradable

44.

What is Polystyrene (PS) commonly used for?

a)

Making car parts

b)

Vending cups and model kits

c)

Building bridges

d)

Insulating electrical wires

45.

What is a characteristic of High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)?

a)

It is used for making ropes

b)

It is used for vacuum forming in thin sheets

c)

It is used for making glass

d)

It is used for making textiles

46.

What is Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) primarily used for?

a)

Making furniture

b)

Thermal insulation for packaging and food cartons

c)

Constructing buildings

d)

Manufacturing electronics

47.

What percentage of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is air?

a)

50%

b)

70%

c)

90%

d)

100%

48.

What is a key property of Polypropylene (PP)?

a)

It is brittle and breaks easily.

b)

It is versatile and flexible without breaking.

c)

It cannot withstand variable temperatures.

d)

It is only used for making textiles.

49.

Which of the following is NOT a common use for Polypropylene (PP)?

a)

Yoghurt and butter tubs

b)

Crisp packets

c)

Garden furniture

d)

Glass windows

50.

What are the characteristics of Polyamides (Nylon)?

a)

Soft, flexible, and easy to join

b)

Hard, tough, and resist wear

c)

Brittle, lightweight, and transparent

d)

Heavy, dense, and conductive

51.

What is a common use for Polyamides (Nylon)?

a)

Electrical wiring

b)

Food packaging

c)

Fabrics and combs

d)

Glassware

52.

What are polyesters commonly used for?

a)

CD packaging

b)

Textiles and video tapes

c)

Car lights

d)

Bus shelters

53.

What is a characteristic of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)?

a)

Opaque and brittle

b)

Clear and tough

c)

Soft and flexible

d)

Heavy and dense

54.

What are polycarbonates used to make?

a)

Textiles

b)

Video tapes

c)

CD packaging and car lights

d)

Fizzy drink bottles

55.

Which property is NOT associated with polycarbonates?

a)

High strength

b)

Transparency

c)

Poor heat resistance

d)

Chemical resistance

56.

What are some properties of polyurethane?

a)

It is only rigid.

b)

It is only flexible.

c)

It can be rubbery, rigid, or flexible.

d)

It is only rubbery.

57.

Which of the following is NOT a common use for polyurethane?

a)

Car bumpers

b)

Shoes

c)

Trainers

d)

Food containers

58.

What is Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) commonly known as?

a)

Polycarbonate

b)

Acrylic

c)

Polyethylene

d)

Nylon

59.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Acrylic?

a)

It is a poor insulator

b)

It scratches easily

c)

It is not suitable for vacuum forming

d)

It is a metal substitute

60.

For which applications is Acrylic suitable?

a)

Injection molding

b)

Die casting

c)

Vacuum forming

d)

Sand casting

61.

What is Urea Formaldehyde commonly used for?

a)

Electrical plugs, sockets, switches, and toilet seats

b)

Food containers and packaging

c)

Clothing and textiles

d)

Building bricks and tiles

62.

What are the properties of Urea Formaldehyde?

a)

Soft and flexible

b)

Hard and brittle

c)

Transparent and elastic

d)

Heavy and dense

63.

Why is Urea Formaldehyde considered a good material for electrical components?

a)

It is a good conductor

b)

It is a good insulator

c)

It is lightweight

d)

It is transparent

64.

What is Melamine Formaldehyde commonly used for?

a)

Insulation in electrical wiring

b)

Laminate in kitchen work surfaces

c)

Material for car tires

d)

Fabric for clothing

65.

What property makes Melamine Formaldehyde suitable for use in kitchen work surfaces?

a)

It is flexible

b)

It is biodegradable

c)

It is scratch, water, and stain resistant

d)

It is transparent

66.

When Melamine Formaldehyde is plasticised, what is it called?

a)

Polyethylene

b)

Melamine

c)

Nylon

d)

Polyester

67.

For what purpose is plasticised Melamine commonly used?

a)

Children's cups and dishes

b)

Car engines

c)

Building foundations

d)

Window panes