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Thermosetting plastics are strong, durable and can be remoulded by heating them.

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The correct option is B False
Thermosetting plastics are those plastics which once moulded cannot be remoulded by heating. They are strong, durable and resists heat to a large extent. The well known examples are bakelite and melamine.

On the other hand, thermoplastics can be repeatedly moulded if they are heated above a specific temperature. For example, PVC, nylon, etc.

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Reason - Formation of strong cross-links during initial moulding gives thermosetting plastics a strong structure.

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