Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) which is also known as Perspex and is produced by bulk polymerisation of methyl methacrylate is not a ______________ polymer?

Correct answer: B. Thermosetting

  • A. Thermoplastic
  • B. Thermosetting
  • C. Linear
  • D. Glass like transparent

Explanation

PMMA is a linear thermoplastic that softens on heating and is valued for its glass-like transparency. It is not thermosetting because it does not form an irreversible cross-linked network during ordinary processing.

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