Q73 of 83 Page 57

Which of the following are thermosetting polymers?

(A) Melamine


(B) Terylene


(C) Polythene


(D) Bakelite

Bakelite is a thermosetting plastic which is a poor conductor of heat and electricity. It is used to make electrical switches and handles of utensils. Melamine is a thermosetting plastic which is resistant to fire and can tolerate heat better than other plastics. It is used to make floor tiles, kitchenware and fire resistant fabrics.

More from this chapter

All 83 →