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It depends on the construction - and purpose. For example -plastic food wrap is relatively weak (you can tear it from the roll very easily). However - heat resistant plastic components can also be used in engines.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 13y agoPlastic is a general term. This would be like asking if wood was strong. Some plastics are very strong some are weak.
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What is the difference between thermosoftening and thermosetting?
Thermosoftening is when the bonds between molecules in a plastic are weak so that the plastic can easily soften. Thermosetting is when the bonds are strong so that the plastic can only be softened once and when it is, that is the only time that you can shape it.
What is the breaking point of plastic bags?
The breaking point of a plastic bag depends on the particular bag. Some bags are very weak and cannot hold a lot of weight before breaking.
Is the asthenosphere really plastic?
No. The lithosphere is rigid. The mantle beneath the lithosphere has a plastic texture.
What are the disadvantages of a plastic storage shed?
Plastic storage sheds can warp in the summer time heat as well as winter cold. Ice accumulation on the roof can cause it to become weak and fragile or even break.
Partially molten, plastic-like, flowing layer located below the solid part of Earths mantle?
Partially molten, plastic like, flowing layer located below the solid part of Earth's mantle is the Asthenosphere. The asthenosphere is mechanically weak and ductiley deforming region of the upper mantle.
What happens to a plastic bottle if air particles are removed?
the plastic becomes weak
Which can support more weight a paper or a plastic grocery bag?
Paper, the handles on the plastic are pretty weak.
What part of the mantle means weak layer and is in the semi-plastic state?
Asthenosphere
Plates of a rigid that move over a weak plastic layer is called?
Cooter Box
Why is your lawn mower starter jammed?
weak spring, dirt, and the gears are plastic and they get chewed up and jam.
What is the difference between thermosoftening and thermosetting?
Thermosoftening is when the bonds between molecules in a plastic are weak so that the plastic can easily soften. Thermosetting is when the bonds are strong so that the plastic can only be softened once and when it is, that is the only time that you can shape it.
What is the breaking point of plastic bags?
The breaking point of a plastic bag depends on the particular bag. Some bags are very weak and cannot hold a lot of weight before breaking.
Is the asthenosphere really plastic?
No. The lithosphere is rigid. The mantle beneath the lithosphere has a plastic texture.
How do you get red stains out of your plastic dinnerware?
I would use a weak bleach and water mixture and let soak a few minutes
What are the disadvantages of a plastic storage shed?
Plastic storage sheds can warp in the summer time heat as well as winter cold. Ice accumulation on the roof can cause it to become weak and fragile or even break.
Is ceramic bowl better than plastic bowl?
Usually ceramic bowls looks better, but they are very weak and cant be dropped.
What can beta go through?
Beta is weak so it can only penetrate through thin material ,sayyy paper but it is then blocked by thick plastic
