5 Questions
What is a polymer?
A large molecule made up of linked repeating subunits
Who proposed the modern understanding of polymers as macromolecules?
Hermann Staudinger
What property of polymers is associated with an increase in rigidity and tensile strength?
Crystallinity
Which process gives polystyrene the property of being a good insulator against the flow of heat?
Blowing air through styrene while it is being polymerized
What is the tendency of a polymer to pass extraneous materials called?
Permeability
Learn about the basic concepts of polymers including their structure, properties, and uses. Understand the classification of plastics through plastic codes.
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