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Which one of the following is the definition of a polymer?
Which one of the following is the definition of a polymer?
- A substance or material consisting of very large molecules called macromolecules (correct)
- A substance or material consisting of very small molecules called macromolecules
- A substance or material consisting of very small molecules called polymers
- A substance or material consisting of very large molecules called polymers
How are polymers created?
How are polymers created?
- By separating small molecules from large molecules
- By converting small molecules into large molecules
- By breaking down large molecules into small molecules
- By joining together many small molecules (correct)
Which one of the following is an example of a natural polymer?
Which one of the following is an example of a natural polymer?
- Polystyrene
- Polyethylene
- DNA (correct)
- Polyvinyl chloride
What physical properties do polymers possess?
What physical properties do polymers possess?
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Where does the term 'polymer' originate from?
Where does the term 'polymer' originate from?
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Which one of the following is true about polymers?
Which one of the following is true about polymers?
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What is the main difference between polymers and small molecule compounds?
What is the main difference between polymers and small molecule compounds?
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Which one of the following is an example of a natural biopolymer?
Which one of the following is an example of a natural biopolymer?
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What is the process by which polymers are created?
What is the process by which polymers are created?
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What physical properties do polymers exhibit?
What physical properties do polymers exhibit?
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