epoxy is any of class of adhesives or plastics or any other material that are polymers of epoxides and

epoxides are organic compound whose molecule contain a three membered ring involving an oxygen
atom and two carbon atom..
resin a liquid or solid synthetic organic polmer used as the basics of plastics adhesive varnished or other
product.

Polymer are materials made of long repeating chains of molecules the materials have unique property
depending on the type of molecules being bonded and how they are bonded .some polmers bend and
stretch like rubber and polyster others are hard and tough like epoxies and glass

Synthetic polymer is often used to describe plastic natural polymer are rubber and wood. Proteins are
natural polymer made up of amino acids and nuclec acids (dna and rna) are polymers made up of amino
acids.

A copolymer is a polymer derived from more than one species of monomer.the polymerization of
monomers into copolymers is caleed copolymerization.copolymer obtained by coploymerisationof two
monomers species are some time called biopolymers. Examples include polyethylene-vinyl acetate
(PEVA), nitrile rubber, and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).

Homopolymer is polymer that is made up of one type of monomer

The Science of Plastics: Thermoplastics and Thermosets

If the monomers join together lined up like a chain (picture a string of pearls), the polymer is called a
thermoplastic. This plastic behaves sort of like an ice cube: it melts when heated and solidifies when
cooled … like water, over and over again. Polypropylene (the stuff butter tubs often are made of) is an
example of a thermoplastic.

If the monomers connect in a three-dimensional network, the polymer is called a thermoset. This plastic
behaves sort of like an egg: once it sets and “cures” (or in the egg’s case, once it’s cooked), it cannot
return to its gooey, liquid state. An epoxy from the hardware store that hardens and cures when applied
is an example of a thermoset.

Because thermosets are a three dimensional network of monomers, they can be very tough. For example,
your car tires are made with thermoset plastics (often called synthetic rubber).

Thermoplastics are tough, too, but they often are used in less intense settings, such as lightweight bottles
for soft drinks that are not subject to massive heat and friction like tires. Silicones, also known
as polysiloxanes, are polymers that include any synthetic compound made up of repeating units
of siloxane, which is a chain of alternating silicon atoms and oxygen atoms, combined
with carbon, hydrogen, and sometimes other elements. They are typically heat-resistant and either liquid
or rubber-like, and are used in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, medicine, cooking utensils, and thermal
and electrical insulation. Some common forms include silicone oil, silicone grease, silicone rubber, silicone
resin, and silicone caulk.[1] Silicones are used in many products. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial
Chemistry lists the following major categories of application: Electrical (e.g., insulation), electronics (e.g.,
coatings), household (e.g., sealants and cooking utensils), automobile (e.g., gaskets), aeroplane (e.g.,
seals), office machines (e.g., keyboard pads), medicine and dentistry (e.g., tooth impression molds),
textiles and paper (e.g., coatings). For these applications, an estimated 400,000 tonnes of silicones were
produced in 1991.[clarification needed] Specific examples, both large and small are presented below.[1] ilicones
are polymers, which are large molecules composed of many repeated sub-units. These polymers are
made up of siloxane – a chain of alternating silicon atoms and oxygen atoms frequently combined with
carbon and/or hydrogen. Silicon is an element found in sand, where it is extracted from and passed
through hydrocarbons.

Preparation of Silicones: The preparation of silicones is generally carried out by the hydrolysis of
dialkyldichlorosilanes (R2SiCl2)(R2SiCl2) or diaryldichlorosilanes Ar2SiCl2Ar2SiCl2, which are prepared by
passing vapors of RCl or ArCl over silicon at 570 K with copper as a catalyst.

Silicones may be obtained in the form of oils, rubber on resins depending upon the extent of
polymerization which depends upon reaction conditions and nature of alkyl groups.

Uses:

(a) Silicones have been used for making water-proof papers, wools, textiles, wood etc., after coating these
articles with silicones.

(b) The viscosities of silicones do not change with changes in temperature; therefore, these are used as all
weather lubricants.
(c) As antifoaming agent in industrial processes.
(d) As a mould releasing agent in rubber industry and foundry. It avoids the sticking of the castings to the
mould.
(e) For making body implants in cosmetic surgery due to its inert nature.
(f) Silicones are now incorporated in paints for resisting dampness and for water proofing.
(g) Due to their water repellent nature and high dielectric constant, silicones are used in electrical

 Alternative energy: Because of their ability to withstand long periods of sun exposure, silicones
are used throughout solar cell manufacturing and installation. And durable silicone adhesives are
used to bond the rotary blades of wind turbines so they can stand up to constant cycling for years
and years.

 Construction: Thanks to their insulating and adhesive properties, silicone sealants play an integral
role in improving energy-efficiency in buildings, where they’re used to prevent unwanted airflow,
helping indoor spaces stay cool in summer and warm in winter.

 Waste reduction: Silicones are used to make and protect a wide range of products, including
washing machines, army tents, personal computers, and auto parts. Silicones help these products
 last longer and perform better—when they last longer, we create less waste because we don’t
have to replace them as often.

 Recycling: Recyclers use silicone technology to remove inks and envelope adhesives from paper.
Silicones are gentle on paper, allowing it to retain its fiber strength so it can be used to make new
paper products.

 Denim processing: Silicones can help reduce the amount of energy, water, and other resources
needed to make our blue jeans. For example, today’s jeans are soft and wearable even when
they’re new—a new silicone softening technology allows manufacturers to combine processing
steps, which can save about 15 liters of water for each pair of jeans.

Innovative, practical, versatile … plus all the potential environmental benefits. Do you love silicones yet?