Categories of Polymers (Leaving Cert Engineering): Quizzes
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What are natural polymers derived from?
What are natural polymers derived from?
Living organisms or natural processes
How is latex obtained from rubber trees?
How is latex obtained from rubber trees?
Making cuts into the tree bark
What is the milky substance released by rubber trees called?
What is the milky substance released by rubber trees called?
Latex
What type of climate do rubber trees thrive in?
What type of climate do rubber trees thrive in?
Hot, tropical climates
Which regions are major producers of natural rubber?
Which regions are major producers of natural rubber?
Thailand and Indonesia
What common product is made from natural rubber?
What common product is made from natural rubber?
Elastic bands
What is the biological source of shellac?
What is the biological source of shellac?
Lac bug (beetle)
What are the properties of shellac when set?
What are the properties of shellac when set?
Hard and brittle
What is shellac commonly used for?
What is shellac commonly used for?
French polish for furniture
What is amber?
What is amber?
Fossilised tree resin
What is a common use for amber?
What is a common use for amber?
Jewellery making
What unique feature may amber contain?
What unique feature may amber contain?
Fossilised insects