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What is a polymer?
What is a polymer?
- A molecule with a complex branching structure
- A large molecule made up of repeating subunits (correct)
- A small molecule with no repeating structure
- A molecule with only one type of atom
What is a monomer?
What is a monomer?
- A molecule that cannot form polymers
- A molecule with a linear structure
- A single, small molecule that can join with others to form a polymer (correct)
- A large, complex molecule that forms the basis of a polymer
Which process is used to form a polymer from monomers?
Which process is used to form a polymer from monomers?
- Hydrolysis
- Sublimation
- Oxidation
- Polymerization (correct)
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Study Notes
Polymers and Monomers
- A polymer is a large molecule composed of many smaller molecules, called monomers, bonded together.
- A monomer is a small molecule that can react with other monomers to form a polymer.
- Polymerization is the process by which monomers are linked together to form a polymer.
Polymer Formation
- Polymerization involves a chemical reaction that creates strong covalent bonds between monomers, resulting in a large polymer molecule.
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