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The polymer used in making plastic crockery is – |
| A. | Decron |
| B. | Nylon |
| C. | Bakelite |
| D. | Melamine |
| Answer» D. Melamine | |
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Explanation: Melamine-formaldehyde resin or melamine is used in the manufacture of plastic crockery. Melamine resin or melamine formaldehyde (also shortened to melamine) is a:hard, thermosetting plastic material made from melamine and formaldehyde by polymerization. Melamine resin is often used in kitchen utensils and plates (such as Melmac). Melamine resin utensils and bowls are not microwave safe. As with all thermosetting materials, melamine resin cannot be melted and, therefore, cannot be recycled through melting. |
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