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Question
Which of the following is not a common property of plastics?
Options
Non-reactive
Light in weight
Durable
Good conductor of electricity
Solution
Good conductor of electricity
Explanation -
Plastics are non-reactive, light in weight and durable but they do not conduct electricity.
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