Explain the difference between the thermoplastic and thermosetting plastics.

Thermosetting plastic

Thermoplastic

Thermosetting plastic cannot be bent easily. It may break when forced to bend.

Thermoplastic can be bent easily.

Thermosetting plastic cannot be softened by heating. Thus, it cannot be reshaped once moulded.

Thermoplastic can be softened easily by heating. Thus, it can be reshaped.