C11 Polymers Flashcards
What are small molecules which make plastic called?
monomers
What are huge molecules that monomers can form called?
polymers
How can you get different properties of polymers?
by using various types of monomers
Can you give an example of a monomer
ethene
Can you give an example of a polymer
poly(ethene)
What are useful porters of poly(ethene)
strong & easy to shape
What are the uses of poly(ethene)
plastic carrier bags, some drinks bottles, dustbins, washing up bowls, cling film
What are the properties of poly(propene)
very strong tough plastic
What are the uses of poly(propene)
carpets, milk crates, ropes
What is the reaction between alkene monomers to form a polymer is called what?
Addition polymerisation
Can you draw ethene monomers?
Can you draw poly(ethene)
Can you draw the repeating unit go poly(ethene)
Do the double bonds of alkenes stay double bonds when they become a polymer?
no because they are used to join to other monomers forming the polymer