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Unit 7: Introduction to Polymers Quiz

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What is the term 'polymer' derived from?

The Latin words for large and molecule

The Greek words for many and parts (correct)

The Latin words for many and parts

The Greek words for small and molecule

Which of the following is commonly associated with polymers?

Metals

Gases

Plastics (correct)

Minerals

How is the chemical structure of polymers often represented?

By using the letter 'P'

By enclosing the monomer in a parenthesis (correct)

By using subscript numbers

By using Roman numerals

What is the small molecule precursor or building block of polymers called?

Monomer Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'n' represent in the chemical structure of a polymer?

Number of repeating monomer units Signup and view all the answers

What is polyethylene commonly used for?

Food packaging Signup and view all the answers

What type of polymers are thermoplastics?

Polymers that can be melted and reshaped by applying heat and pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which type of polymerization process does polycarbonate undergo?

Addition polymerization Signup and view all the answers

Which type of polymers are formed from the linking together of bifunctional polymers to give polymer and some small molecules?

Condensation polymers Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of thermoplastics?

Can be melted and reshaped by applying heat and pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which monomer is polyethylene terephthalate (PET) formed from?

Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol Signup and view all the answers

What type of polymers are polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polymethylmethacrylate?

Addition polymers Signup and view all the answers

Which type of polymerization process forms polyamide (nylon)?

Condensation polymerization Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes polypropene from polyethene?

Density and stiffness Signup and view all the answers

What serves as the basic functional unit of plant and animal life?

Natural polymers such as proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides Signup and view all the answers

Which type of polymers can be used as construction materials specifically in concrete and insulation?