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yoroshambo

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on: Jul 21, 2018
What is a major disadvantage of using plastics in tool design?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Why is wood not often used to make tools?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

tendency to melt

Answer to Question 2

It breaks easily and does not wear well.


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