C10__Resources The properties of Polymers depend on both the monomer and the conditions used to make the polymer.
To change the properties of a polymer you could change:
- The temperature
- The pressure
- The catalyst
Thermosoftening Polymers
The melt when heated and can be reshaped as the cool down. The polymer chains are held by inter-molecular forces
Thermosetting Polymers
They do not melt when heated. They polymer chains are connected by strong crosslinks which DO NOT melt when heated.