10 Questions
Who coined the term 'polymer'?
Jöns Jacob Berzelius
In which fields are polymers studied?
Polymer science, biophysics, and materials science and engineering
Who proposed the modern concept of polymers as covalently bonded macromolecular structures?
Hermann Staudinger
What are polymers composed of?
Monomers
What physical properties do polymers exhibit due to their large molecular mass?
Toughness and high elasticity
How is the raw plastic material fed into the barrel of the extruder?
From a hopper
What is the function of the die in the extrusion process?
Shaping the polymer into a hardening form
Who developed the first thermoplastic extrusion?
Paul Troester and Ashley Gershoff
What is the primary outcome of the plastics extrusion process?
Forming continuous profiles
In what form is the raw compound material commonly found in plastics extrusion?
Nurdles (small beads)
Test your knowledge of polymers with this quiz! Explore the world of macromolecules, repeating subunits, synthetic plastics, natural biopolymers, and their diverse properties. From everyday materials to fundamental biological components, learn about the essential roles of polymers in our lives.
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