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List 2 properties of poly vinyl chloride (PVC)

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PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is a versatile thermoplastic material
It is hard and brittle.
It is the cheapest of polymers
It is resistant to ignition due to its chlorine content.
It is recyclable.

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