LDPE or low-density polyethylene is one type of polymer resin that produces a plastic that is softer, more flexible and has lower tensile strength. HDPE or high-density polyethylene on the other hand has higher greater tensile strength, more rigid, and has higher melting point. Explain these differences. HDPE LDPE

LDPE or low-density polyethylene is one type of polymer resin that produces a plastic that is softer, more flexible and has lower tensile strength. HDPE or high-density polyethylene on the other hand has higher greater tensile strength, more rigid, and has higher melting point. Explain these differences. HDPE LDPE

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Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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