Question

Select the incorrect statement from the following option.

(a) Thermosets have 3-dimensional, cross-linked network structure

(b) Thermosets cannot be remoulded, reused or reclaimed

(c) Thermosets are hard, strong and brittle

(d) Thermosets are soluble in suitable solvents

I had been asked this question during an interview.

Question is taken from Thermosetting Polymers topic in division Polymers of Engineering Chemistry I

Answer 1

Right choice is (d) Thermosets are soluble in suitable solvents

Explanation: Thermosets are insoluble in any solvent. They have a 3-D cross-linked network structure and cannot be remoulded, reused or reclaimed. They are hard, strong and brittle.