Using and working with polymers (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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Which factor is crucial when selecting polymers for product design?
Which factor is crucial when selecting polymers for product design?
Functionality & performance needs
What does elasticity mean as a mechanical property of polymers?
What does elasticity mean as a mechanical property of polymers?
Return to original shape after force
What is ductility in polymer mechanical properties?
What is ductility in polymer mechanical properties?
Ability to be drawn into thin sheets
Which mechanical property describes ability to absorb energy before breaking?
Which mechanical property describes ability to absorb energy before breaking?
Toughness
What does fusibility mean as a physical property?
What does fusibility mean as a physical property?
How easily it melts
What does laminating involve when enhancing polymers?
What does laminating involve when enhancing polymers?
Using glass fibres in resin
What must be applied to a mould before laminating to prevent sticking?
What must be applied to a mould before laminating to prevent sticking?
Release agent
What are ribs in plastic mouldings?
What are ribs in plastic mouldings?
Thin raised sections for support
What are gussets used for in plastic products?
What are gussets used for in plastic products?
Triangular reinforcement at joints
Why is HDPE suitable for outdoor furniture?
Why is HDPE suitable for outdoor furniture?
Its strength supports human weight
Why is urea formaldehyde used for electrical sockets?
Why is urea formaldehyde used for electrical sockets?
Excellent electrical insulation
What environmental factor is increasingly important in polymer selection?
What environmental factor is increasingly important in polymer selection?
Recyclability at end of life