Homework 2 – Sources, origins & properties Name:

1. List the 3 sources from which polymers (plastics) can be created.

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2. Describe how polymerisation is used to make plastics.

3. Why are plastics so good at helping designers solve technical problems?

4. How can thermosetting plastics be recycled?

5. Why is it important to separate different plastics before recycling?

6. Polymer products often display an identifying symbol to help with separation.

In the boxes below, draw the recycling symbols for PET, Polypropylene and Nylon