Practice Advantages - 4.4 | 34. Classification of Plastics | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is one key advantage of plastics in construction?

💡 Hint: Think about how weight affects construction.

Question 2

Easy

Name a type of plastic that is commonly reinforced with fibers.

💡 Hint: Think about plastics used for strength.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What property of plastics allows them to be reshaped multiple times?

  • Thermosetting
  • Thermoplastic
  • Fiber-Reinforced

💡 Hint: Think about the type that changes with temperature.

Question 2

True or False: Plastics have a high modulus of elasticity compared to metals.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how hard or stiff materials are!

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate the performance of two construction materials: a traditional steel beam and a fiber-reinforced plastic beam under high fatigue conditions. Which would you prefer for a bridge construction project? Justify your answer.

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term implications of each material's properties.

Question 2

Design an eco-friendly water storage solution using plastics based on their advantages. Describe your design process and rationale.

💡 Hint: Think about how the properties of plastics align with sustainability goals.

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