Plastics are polymers โ long chains of repeating chemical units. Thermoplastics: soften on heating, can be remolded (PVC, polythene) โ recycled. Thermosetting plastics: once set, don't soften on heating (bakelite, melamine) โ used in handles, electrical fittings. Properties: corrosion-resistant, lightweight, strong, poor conductor, non-biodegradable (problem!).
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