Write four properties of plastic and their related applications.
Properties of Plastics –
Properties
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Applications
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Low specific gravity and high tensile strength.
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Air-craft, motor car, structural purpose
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In combination with metals.
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Steering wheels of automobiles plastic covered dash board
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Low electrical conductivity and good corrosion resistance
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Electrical insulator, for giving coating on printed circuit in electrical circuit.
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Bad conductor of heat.
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Handles for electric irons, soldering iron, for pans, pressure cookers etc.
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Water repelling e.g.-polystyrene refined with glass fibers.
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End sections of condensers in electricity generating stations Tarpaulin.
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Clear transparent, translucent or opaque & can take up wide range of colors & has high decorative value.
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Safety glass, windscreens for automobiles knobs for radios automobiles & household applications.
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Good adhesive property.
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Adhesive for laminated wood products, synthetic paints & varnishes.
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High optical clarity & smoothness
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Optical lenses
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Greater strength per unit weight, greater resistance to wear & tear. Hard & high shock absorbing capacity.
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Timing gears, self-lubricating bearings, pulleys, etc. Noise & vibrations are reduced.
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