Practice - Properties of Common Materials
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Practice Questions
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List two types of plastics.
💡 Hint: Think about how they can be reformed.
What is the main characteristic of hardwoods?
💡 Hint: Compare with softwoods.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which type of plastic can be remelted and reshaped?
💡 Hint: Remember the recycling potential.
True or False: Hardwoods are generally lighter than softwoods.
💡 Hint: Consider the typical weights when comparing.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a product made of composite materials and explain how its properties enhance performance compared to a product made from a single material.
💡 Hint: Think about the specific advantages in racing scenarios.
Discuss how the inherent properties of thermoplastics and thermosets influence their recycling processes.
💡 Hint: Remember the key difference in remelting capabilities.
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