8 Questions
What is a characteristic of polymers?
They are lightweight and ductile
What is the typical state of polymers at room temperature?
Solid
What is the melting point characteristic of polymers?
Low melting point
What is the process called when small chains of monomers combine to form large chains in polymerisation?
Step-growth polymerisation
How is the growth of the polymer chain described in chain-growth polymerisation?
By individual monomer addition
What is used to express the length of a polymer chain?
Degree of polymerization
Which type of polymers include natural rubber, wool, silk, and cellulose?
Natural (organic/ biological) polymers
What increases with increasing chain length in polymers?
Viscosity, melting point, and toughness
Test your knowledge of polymers with this quiz! Explore the characteristics and properties of these long-chain molecules, both natural and synthetic. Learn about their lightweight, ductile, and easily shaped nature, as well as their low melting point and mechanical strength. Challenge yourself to understand why polymers are generally solid at room temperature.
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