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Plastic is a more generic term. "Plastic" literally means something like "moldable". Acrylic is a specific type of the kind of material generically called "plastic." Specifically, acrylic polymers are made of derivatives of acrylic acid.
One specific acrylate polymer is PMMA, poly(methyl methacrylate), also called Plexiglas.
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What is the difference between fibers and plastic?
I don't know the answer that's why I'm asking you
What is difference between plastics and fiber?
The difference between plastics and fibers is how they are made. Plastic is made by melting particles together. Fiber is made by weaving materials together like cotton thread. Plastic is nonporous and fiber is porous.
Which hair burns the fastes human or synthetic?
Synthetic hair will melt. Synthetic hair is made from acrylic or plastic.
What is the difference between plastic and fabric?
the taste, look, feel and material
What is the difference between transparent and invisible?
Transparent you can see through, so this could be coloured plastic or coloured glass which you can see through. Invisible is not visible to the eye.
What is Difference between plastic emulsion and acrylic emulsion paints?
One difference between plastic emulsion and acrylic emulsion paints is the washability. Acrylic emulsion is more durable and wear resistance than plastic.
What is difference between acrylic emulsion and plastic emulsion?
Acrylic is chemical based resin whereas plastic emulsion is water based.
What is the difference between acrylic and PVC plastic?
what is the difference between acrylic and pvc
What is difference between plastic and acrylic?
Plastic is a more generic term. "Plastic" literally means something like "moldable". Acrylic is a specific type of the kind of material generically called "plastic." Specifically, acrylic polymers are made of derivatives of acrylic acid. One specific acrylate polymer is PMMA, poly(methyl methacrylate), also called Plexiglas.
What is the Main difference between acrylic and mod acrylic fibers?
Modacrylic is a high tenacity fiber compared to Acrylic
What is acrylic plastic made from?
Acrylic plastic is from a family synthetic, or man-made, plastic materials containg some acrylic acid. Acrylic plastic also called acrylic glass is a clear alternative to sheet glass.
How can you tell between acrylic and oil paint on your wall?
how can I tell the difference between acrylic and oil paint on my wall?
What is the difference between acrylic water base and acrylic polymer paint?
I think acrylic waterbase is hydrophilic whilst acrylic polymer paint is hydrophobic
What is the difference between acrylic and latex?
There is little difference between many acrylics and latex paints.
What is acrylic made from?
Acrylic plastic is from a family synthetic, or man-made, plastic materials containg some acrylic acid. Acrylic plastic also called acrylic glass is a clear alternative to sheet glass.
Where do acrylic plastics come from?
acrylic plastic is a firm solid piece of plastic.. it can be used for clocks.
Difference between acrylic distemper and emulsion?
An emulsion, known as a plastic paint, dries to a tough, durable coating that is resistant to water and chemicals. An acrylic distemper is an economy paint with a shorter lifespan than an emulsion.
