Distinguish thermosoftening polymers from thermosetting polymers in terms of behaviour when heated. (Chemistry only)

In the subtopic Ceramics, polymers and composites, this learning objective focuses on distinguish thermosoftening polymers from thermosetting polymers in terms of behaviour when heated. (Chemistry only). Within Using materials, students should explain this idea in the exact curriculum context rather than as an isolated fact. Approved keywords for this objective include chemistry only, polymer, thermosoftening, and thermosetting. thermosoftening polymer means a type of polymer that becomes soft and malleable when heated and can be reshaped. Avoid students often confuse thermosoftening polymers with thermosetting polymers, thinking both behave the same way when heated; instead remember that thermosoftening polymers can be reshaped when heated, while thermosetting polymers do not change shape and become rigid upon heating. For exam answers, remember that thermosoftening polymers can be reshaped when heated, while thermosetting polymers cannot be remolded after their initial setting.