Question

Explain the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastics.

Answer 1

Thermosetting plastics	Thermoplastics
The monomers of thermosetting plastics are cross-linked.	The monomers of thermoplastics are linked linearly.
These plastics when moulded once, can't be softened again.	These plastics softened on heating and can be bent easily.
Examples of thermosetting plastics are bakelite and melamine.	Examples of thermoplastics are polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene, etc.