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What is the meaning of the Greek word 'poly' in the context of polymers?
What is the meaning of the Greek word 'poly' in the context of polymers?
- Chain
- Few
- End to end
- Repeating units (correct)
Which type of synthetic polymer can be softened by heating and hardened by cooling?
Which type of synthetic polymer can be softened by heating and hardened by cooling?
- Styrofoam (correct)
- Cotton
- Nylon
- Latex
What property of polymer chains gives polymers their strength and flexibility?
What property of polymer chains gives polymers their strength and flexibility?
- Transparency
- Rigidity
- Brittleness
- Entanglement (correct)
Which type of polymer hardens after being heated and cannot be reformed?
Which type of polymer hardens after being heated and cannot be reformed?
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What term is used for polymers made up of different types of monomers?
What term is used for polymers made up of different types of monomers?
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How are polymer chains described with regard to their shape?
How are polymer chains described with regard to their shape?
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