Plastics Quiz 1 Y9

Resistant materials that are designed to break down naturally are known as what?

• Biocompatible

• Biodegradable

• Biodynamic

• Bioenergetics

The raw material to make plastic is oil.

• True

• False

What is meant by "malleable"?

• The material can be moulded

• The material can is plastic

• The material will not bend

What is meant by “brittle”?

• The material is sharp

• The material is rough and dull

• The material is likely to bend and break

Why is acrylic good for making signs? Select one or more of the following:

• It is cheap

• It comes in variety of colours

• It's water resistant

• It can't be melted or bent

• It's made of several different carbon chains

Polymers are water proof?

• Yes, mostly

• No, of course not

The common name for polymers is...

• Metal

• Glue

• Plastic

• Plywood

Some polymers can be made from natural materials?

• True

• False

Why is recycling important?

• It helps plants to grow

• It helps us to use less raw materials and reduces the amount of waste that gets dumped at landfills

• It helps with our basic needs

• It helps us to keep our houses tidy

Why do you think people use plastic for their products?

• Because it's strong

• Because it's expensive

• Because it's very cheap and it's easy to make

• Because it's rare and it's good for the environment