1.5 Performance Characteristics of Polymer-Based Sheet And Film Flashcards
1
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State two properties/characteristics of foam board
A
- Easy to cut and score
- Lightweight
2
Q
State the two uses of foam board
A
- Mood board backing
- Presenting board
- Modelling
3
Q
State two properties/characteristics of fluted PP sheet
A
- Lightweight
- Available in a wide range of colours
- Easily creased and bend lending itself
4
Q
State the two uses of fluted PP sheet
A
- Portfolio cases
- Small models
- Storage box construction
5
Q
State two properties/characteristics of translucent PP sheet
A
- Very tough
- Tear and water-resistant
- Can be printed on and laser cut safety
6
Q
State the two uses of translucent PP sheet
A
- Packaging products
- Folders
- Boxes
7
Q
State two properties/characteristics of styrofoam
A
- Can be cut and shaped with a variety of tools including a hot wire
- Dense
- Closed-cell foam
8
Q
State the two uses of styrofoam
A
- Product modeling
- Formers for moulding and laminating
9
Q
State two properties/characteristics of LDPE sheet
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- Tough
- Flexible
- Good chemical resistance
10
Q
State the two uses of LDPE sheet
A
- Food wrapping
- Air pillow packaging
- Bubble wrap
- Carriers bag
11
Q
State two properties/characteristics of plastazote foam
A
- Tough
- Flexible
- Good chemical resistance
- Very lightweight
12
Q
State the three uses of plastazote foam
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- Protective packaging
- Swimming floats
- Gym and exercise mats
- Sound and pipe insulation
- Stage props
13
Q
State two properties/characteristics of cellulose acetate
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- Tough
- Transparent
- Naturally biodegradable
14
Q
State the one use of cellulose acetate
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- Biodegradable packaging film
15
Q
State two properties/characteristics of polylactide
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- Transparent
- Tough
- Made from renewable resources like corn starch or sugar beets
- Compostable and recyclable
