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Polymers that soften on heating and can be remolded repeatedly are called:

1. Thermosets
2. Elastomers only
3. Thermoplastics
4. Ceramics

Answer

C. Thermoplastics

Solution

Examples: polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, nylon, polystyrene.

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