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प्रश्न
Explain the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastics.
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उत्तर
There are two types of plastics: Thermosetting plastics and Thermoplastics.
| Thermosetting plastic | Thermoplastic |
| Thermosetting plastic cannot be bent easily. It may break when forced to bend. | Thermoplastic can be bent easily. |
| Thermosetting plastic cannot be softened by heating. Thus, it cannot be reshaped once moulded. | Thermoplastic can be softened easily by heating. Thus, it can be reshaped. |
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