CH 13: Polymers and Plastics: An In-depth Analysis

<p>Cross-links</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can be remolded</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polymerization</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polyethylene</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Covalent bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polyethylene</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thermoplastic polymers can be remolded, while thermoset polymers cannot</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Condensation polymers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addition polymerization involves double or triple bonds, while condensation polymerization involves two functional groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Longer and more branched chains increase strength and melting point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excessive energy consumption during production</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can be broken down by microbes, reducing environmental impact.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To demonstrate the viscoelastic properties of polymers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recycling efforts are straightforward and easy to implement for all types of plastics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They offer versatile and cost-effective solutions across various sectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flexibility and melting points of the polymers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addition polymerization involves monomers combining with the loss of small molecules, while condensation polymerization involves monomers adding to each other without losing any atom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cross-linking between polymer chains</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their inability to break down easily</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thermoplastic polymers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can be broken down by microbes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased length and branching lead to higher melting points</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Weak intermolecular forces decrease flexibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Condensation polymerization</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thermoplastic polymers can be melted and reshaped multiple times, while thermoset polymers remain rigid once set.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addition polymerization uses monomers with two functional groups, while condensation polymerization involves monomers with double or triple bonds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thermoplastic polymers consist of linear chains, while thermoset polymers have cross-linked chains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Monomers are the repeating structural units that form polymers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their low cost and versatility in various applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can be softened by heating and hardened by cooling repeatedly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polymerization is the process of joining monomers together to form polymer chains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The non-biodegradability and accumulation of plastic waste in the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Covalent bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Longer polymer chains generally have higher melting points and tensile strengths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They have cross-links that prevent their molecules from sliding past each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thermoset polymers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Longer and more branched chains increase strength and melting point</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Condensation polymerization involves the loss of small molecules, while addition polymerization does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stronger intermolecular forces decrease flexibility and increase melting points</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Waste disposal problems due to the non-biodegradability of synthetic polymers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can be broken down by microbes, reducing environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Monomers with double or triple bonds add to each other without losing any atoms in condensation polymerization</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cross-linking increases the strength and rigidity of polymers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They offer versatile and customizable properties for various applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cellulose</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polymers are macromolecules composed of repeating monomer units linked by covalent bonds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thermoset polymers have cross-links that prevent their molecules from sliding past each other, while thermoplastic polymers lack such cross-links.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Longer polymer chains with fewer branches generally result in higher melting points and increased rigidity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Accumulation of non-biodegradable waste in landfills and the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can decompose naturally in the environment, reducing the accumulation of non-biodegradable waste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stronger intermolecular forces lead to higher melting points and increased rigidity in polymers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness for a wide range of applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The manufacturing processes for plastics have no significant impact on greenhouse gas emissions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Condensation polymerization</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addition polymerization involves monomers with the same functional groups, while condensation polymerization involves monomers with different functional groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers