Task 1; Ceramics, polymers & composites

Please write down the answers to these questions IN

YOUR BOOKS
Objectives
To describe the differences between thermoplastic polymers and
thermosetting polymers, and evaluate data relating to properties of
materials.

Key words
polymer, properties, composite, matrix, reinforcement, evaluate

Task 1
Describe the differences between thermoplastic and thermosetting
polymers. Give an example of each. Use diagrams to support your
answer.

Write your answer in your exercise book

Task 2
Electrical
Material Ductile Density g/cm3
conductivity
A High Yes 8.96
B Low No 0.96
C High Yes 2.70

Questions
1. Using the data above suggest which material would be most suited to
making electrical cables. Explain your answer.

2. Using the data above suggest which material would be most suited to
making plastic bags. Explain your answer.

3. Explain what the word ductile means.

4. Material C can be used to make aeroplanes. Suggest which property

is important for this function. What other properties is material C likely
to have?

Your next lesson is on the topic C15.4 Glass, ceramics and composites.
After you have finished task 1, please research up the answers to the
following question.

Again, these answers should be written in your book in full

sentences.

Task 2:

 Glass
 Ceramics
 Composites

For each of these keywords above, find out the following information:
- Definition of each keyword
- How each is made
- Physical properties of each
- Give examples of each

Extension:
The materials used to make sports
equipment has changed over time.
Pick an example (or two) of a particular sports equipment/s, research
how your chosen sports equipment has changed over time and write
down you findings (in your book!)