Question is ⇒ Thermocole (expanded polystyrene) is not used for, Options are ⇒ (A) low temperature thermal insulation as in refrigerator and air conditioners., (B) accoustic control and ceiling for building., (C) high temperature thermal insulation in furnaces., (D) packing of delicate electronic gadgets., (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper.

Question is ⇒ Thermocole (expanded polystyrene) is not used for, Options are ⇒ (A) low temperature thermal insulation as in refrigerator and air conditioners., (B) accoustic control and ceiling for building., (C) high temperature thermal insulation in furnaces., (D) packing of delicate electronic gadgets., (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper. Previous question Next question


Q1.	Thermocole (expanded polystyrene) is not used for
A.	low temperature thermal insulation as in refrigerator and air conditioners. [Wrong Answer]
B.	accoustic control and ceiling for building. [Wrong Answer]
C.	high temperature thermal insulation in furnaces. [Correct Answer]
D.	packing of delicate electronic gadgets. [Wrong Answer]
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