16 Questions
What is the term 'polymer' derived from?
The Greek words for many and parts
Which of the following is commonly associated with polymers?
Plastics
How is the chemical structure of polymers often represented?
By enclosing the monomer in a parenthesis
What is the small molecule precursor or building block of polymers called?
Monomer
What does the 'n' represent in the chemical structure of a polymer?
Number of repeating monomer units
What is polyethylene commonly used for?
Food packaging
What type of polymers are thermoplastics?
Polymers that can be melted and reshaped by applying heat and pressure
Which type of polymerization process does polycarbonate undergo?
Addition polymerization
Which type of polymers are formed from the linking together of bifunctional polymers to give polymer and some small molecules?
Condensation polymers
What is the main advantage of thermoplastics?
Can be melted and reshaped by applying heat and pressure
Which monomer is polyethylene terephthalate (PET) formed from?
Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol
What type of polymers are polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polymethylmethacrylate?
Addition polymers
Which type of polymerization process forms polyamide (nylon)?
Condensation polymerization
What distinguishes polypropene from polyethene?
Density and stiffness
What serves as the basic functional unit of plant and animal life?
Natural polymers such as proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides
Which type of polymers can be used as construction materials specifically in concrete and insulation?
Addition polymers
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