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Polymers that form a permanent cross-linked network on curing and cannot be remelted are called:

1. Thermoplastics
2. Thermosets
3. Elastomers
4. Copolymers

Answer

B. Thermosets

Solution

Examples: epoxy, phenolics (Bakelite), polyester resins.

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