State two uses of melamine. - Vidyadip

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State two uses of melamine.

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Melamine is a thermosetting plastic. The plastics which when molded once, cannot be softened by heating are called thermosetting plastics. Melamine is a thermosetting plastic which is resistant to fire and can tolerate heat better than other plastics. It is used to make floor tiles, kitchenware and fire-resistant fabrics.

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