Plastics Questions: Answers for Year 8 Students

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This discussion addresses fundamental questions about plastics, specifically their uses, properties, and advantages over traditional materials. Plastics, primarily composed of polymers derived from oil, are valued for their versatility and cost-effectiveness due to the abundance of oil resources. The discussion highlights that while 90% of oil is utilized for energy, the remaining 10% contributes to material production, including plastics. Additionally, the conversation touches on the innovative process of creating plastic from milk, showcasing the diverse applications of this material.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of polymer chemistry
  • Knowledge of material science principles
  • Familiarity with the oil extraction process
  • Basic concepts of sustainable materials
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the properties of common polymers used in plastics
  • Explore the environmental impact of plastic production and alternatives
  • Learn about the process of creating bioplastics from renewable resources
  • Investigate the applications of plastics in various industries
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This discussion is beneficial for students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of plastics, their properties, and their role in modern materials science.

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Sorry to bother everyone
I want to ask a couple of questions that i am stuck on
What are plastics used for? What are some of their properties that make them so valuable as materal? what advantages does plastic have over traditional materials like wood, metal, stone, etc ? last one
Explain how to make plastic from milk?

COULD SOMEONE PLEASE HELP ME I KNOW THESE MAY BE EASY QUESTIONS BUT IM ONLY IN YEAR 8
PLEASE REPLY ASAP
 
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What are some of their properties that make them so valuable as materal? what advantages does plastic have over traditional materials like wood, metal, stone, etc ?

Many are polymers and oil is available in large quantities and at a cheap extraction cost. 90% of oil is used for energy purposes and the other 10% on materials, though I can't say which % of that is used to make plastics. The demand for this energy based oil cuts downs on the cost of plastics.
 

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