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What is the functionality of a monomer?
What is degree of polymerization (DP)?
What is polymerization?
What is the molecular mass of a polymer determined by?
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What are monomers also referred to as in relation to polymers?
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Study Notes
Monomers and Polymerization
- A monomer is a small molecule that reacts with other monomers to form a polymer, serving as a building block for the creation of polymers.
- Degree of polymerization (DP) refers to the number of monomers linked together to form a polymer.
Polymerization
- Polymerization is the process in which monomers react to form a polymer, characterized by the formation of covalent bonds between monomers.
Molecular Mass of a Polymer
- The molecular mass of a polymer is determined by the number of monomers linked together and the molecular mass of each monomer.
Monomers in Relation to Polymers
- Monomers are also referred to as repeat units or mer units in relation to polymers, emphasizing their role as the fundamental components of polymer chains.
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Test your knowledge on the chemistry of engineering materials, focusing on polymers. Explore the concept of high polymers and their formation from simple monomers. Understand the structure and properties of polymers in this quiz.
