W Hat Are Additives That Retard the Decomposition of a Polymer

question 4

Multiple Choice

W hat are additives that retard the decomposition of a polymer caused by heat, light energy, oxidation, or mechanical shear called?

• A) heat stabilizers
• B) catalysts
• C) blowing agents
• D) char barriers

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