3 - Manufacturing Processes of Plastics
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What is addition polymerization?
💡 Hint: Think about how simple monomers come together.
Name a product made using blow molding.
💡 Hint: Consider items that are hollow.
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What is addition polymerization?
💡 Hint: Think about the simplicity of the process.
Which molding technique is ideal for hollow products?
💡 Hint: Consider products that need to hold contents.
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Imagine you are designing a new type of plastic container that must be both lightweight and durable. Discuss which polymerization method and molding technique you would choose and why.
💡 Hint: Consider the end-use of your product.
Critically analyze why certain applications require the use of thermosetting plastics despite their inability to be remolded, especially in construction settings.
💡 Hint: Think about what properties are most vital for construction.
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