Make comparisons between thermoplastics and thermosetting polymers (a) on the basis of mechanical characteristics upon heating, and (b) according to possible molecular structures.

Question

Engineering

Kimberly Haney

11 October, 16:21

Make comparisons between thermoplastics and thermosetting polymers (a) on the basis of mechanical characteristics upon heating, and (b) according to possible molecular structures.

+1

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Dakota Jensen · Answer 1

(a) Thermoplastics get harder as they cool and soften as they are heated. Where as thermosetting polymers get harder as they heated.

(b) Thermoplastics have branched structures whereas thermosetting polymers are cross-linked.