Resistant to Chemicals
Plastics can be very resistant to chemicals. Consider all the corrosive cleaning fluids in your home. Most
of them come in plastic containers.

Electrical and Thermal Insulator
Plastic won't pass an electric current, which is why electric wiring, outlets, and appliances tend to be covered in plastic.
Plastic also doesn't conduct heat very well, making it useful for keeping things warm, or cold.

Light Weight but Strong
Plastic is used in the frame structure of space stations. It's also used to make key components for automobiles. One of
the big reasons is the fact that plastic can be made strong, but light and doesn't rust or corrode.

Can Take Many Forms
Plastics can be made into all kinds of shapes. From thin fibers to bottles or dashboards for cars. Some plastics can
be stretched into sheets, while others can be puffed up to make cups.

Can Perform Many Jobs
By altering a plastic's chemical recipe you can make it perform a specific job, from keeping food fresh to stopping
bullets. This is what really sets plastic apart from other materials.

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