Preparation and uses of plastics: 1.Polythene, 2.Pvc, 3.Teflon, 4.Polystyrene, 5.Urea-formaldehyde, 6.Bakelite, 7.Rubber, 8.Natural rubber

 1.Polyethylene:

  • Polyethylene is a thermoplastic polymer made from ethylene monomers.
  • Polyethylene can be produced in high-density or low-density forms, depending on the reaction conditions.
  • Polyethylene is used in packaging, construction, and consumer goods.
  • Polyethylene can be extruded, molded, or blown into various shapes and sizes.
  • Polyethylene can be recycled and reused in many applications.

 

2. PVC:

  • PVC is a thermoplastic polymer made from vinyl chloride monomers.
  • PVC is used in construction, packaging, and consumer goods.
  • PVC can be rigid or flexible, depending on the amount of plasticizer added.
  • PVC can be extruded, molded, or coated with other materials.

 3.Teflon:

  • Teflon is a brand name for a group of fluoropolymer resins made from tetrafluoroethylene monomers.
    Teflon is known for its non-stick properties, making it useful in cooking and food processing.
    Teflon is also used in industrial applications, such as coatings for pipes and wire.
    Teflon has a high melting point and is resistant to chemicals and corrosion.
    Teflon can be molded, extruded, or applied as a coating.

4. Polystyrene:

  • Polystyrene is a thermoplastic polymer made from styrene monomers.
  • Polystyrene can be produced in rigid or foam forms, depending on the reaction conditions.
  • Polystyrene is used in packaging, insulation, and consumer goods.
  • Polystyrene foam is also used in food service, such as cups and containers.
  • Polystyrene can be extruded, molded, or foamed.

5. Urea-formaldehyde:

  • Urea-formaldehyde is a thermosetting polymer made from urea and formaldehyde.
  • Urea-formaldehyde is used in wood products, such as particleboard and plywood.
  • Urea-formaldehyde is known for its strength, stability, and resistance to moisture.
  • Urea-formaldehyde is cured using heat and pressure, making it rigid and stable.
  • Urea-formaldehyde can be molded or applied as a coating.

6. Bakelite:

  • Bakelite is a thermosetting polymer made from phenol and formaldehyde.
  • Bakelite was the first synthetic plastic invented and was widely used in electrical and mechanical applications.
  • Bakelite is highly heat-resistant and electrically insulating.
  • Bakelite can be molded or cast into complex shapes and sizes.
  • Bakelite has been largely replaced by newer materials but is still used in some niche applications.

7. Rubber:

  • Rubber is a natural polymer made from the sap of rubber trees or synthetic polymers made from petrochemicals.
  • Rubber is used in tires, hoses, gaskets, and many other applications.
  • Rubber can be processed using different methods to achieve different properties, such as natural rubber, butyl rubber, or neoprene rubber.
  • Rubber can be vulcanized to improve its strength and durability.
  • Rubber is affected by temperature and can become brittle or soft depending on the conditions.

8. Natural rubber:

  • Natural rubber is a polymer made from the sap of rubber trees, primarily grown in Southeast Asia.
  • Natural rubber is highly elastic and can stretch up to six times its original length.
  • Natural rubber is used in tires, footwear, and other applications where flexibility and strength are important.
  • Natural rubber is vulnerable to degradation from heat, sunlight, and chemicals.
  • Natural rubber can be vulcanized to improve its strength and durability.