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Of the polymers listed in Table 15.2, which polymer(s) would be best suited for use as ice...

Of the polymers listed in Table 15.2, which polymer(s) would be best suited for use as ice cube trays? Why?

Table 15.2 Melting and Glass Transition Temperatures for Some of the More Common Polymeric Materials

Material

Glass Transition Temperature [°C (°F)]

Melting Temperature [°C (°F)]

Polyethylene (low density)

-110 (-165)

115 (240)

Polytetrafluoroethylene

-97 (-140)

327 (620)

Polyethylene (high density)

-90 (-130)

137 (279)

Polypropylene

-18 (0)

175 (347)

Nylon 6,6

57 (135)

265 (510)

Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET)

69 (155)

265 (510)

Poly(vinyl chloride)

87 (190)

212 (415)

Polystyrene

100 (212)

240 (465)

Polycarbonate

150 (300)

265 (510)

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