Science Worksheet

Class VIII
L- Synthetic Fibres and Plastics

Q.1 Name any two natural polymers: ______________ , ______________.

Q.2 Name any two synthetic polymers: ______________ , ______________.
Q.3 Name the plastic used for making water pipes : ___________________.
Q.4 Name any two polyester fibres: ______________ , _______________.
Q.5 Name the plastic which is used for Non-stick coating : _____________.
Q.6 Why is it not advisable to wear clothes made up of synthetic fibres
while working near fire?
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Q.7 What do you mean by 4-R Principle?
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Q.8 Differentiate between Biodegradable & Non-Biodegradable substances.

Q.9 Explain why storage of Acrylic needs no special care unlike woollen
clothes.
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Q.10 Give reasons:
a) Cooking pans have plastic handles.
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b) Electric wires have a plastic covering.
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c) Melamine is used to make crockery.
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d) Plastics are used in cars, aircrafts and spacecrafts.
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e) Special plastic cookware is used in microwave ovens.
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Q.11 Complete the following:

a) Poly + ethene = ________________

b) Polyester + cotton = _______________

c) Polyester + wool = ________________

d) Terylene + cotton = _______________