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Thermoforming polymers: properties and uses
A resource which covers core theory for GCSE Design and Technology: understanding the different classifications of plastics and polymers. Within this lesson students will develop a familiarity of a range of thermoforming polymers, common named polymers, their properties and principal uses. Throughout the lesson students will apply taught knowledge to a worksheet which will form the basis of future revision.
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Plastics and polymers lesson 1 1.09 MB
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