20: Polymerisation Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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Biodegradable
A
A substance that can be broken down by bacteria or other living organisms.
2
Q
Biodegradable polymer
A
A polymer that can be decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms.
3
Q
Monomer
A
A small molecule that can react to form polymers
4
Q
Polymer
A
A large molecule made from many small monomers bonded together.
5
Q
Polymer disposal [2]
A
-Most polymers are unreactive and not biodegradable,
-meaning they often end up in landfills, are incinerated (releasing greenhouse gases), or are recycled (which can be expensive and time-consuming).
6
Q
Repeat unit
A
A structure within a polymer that repeats over and over again, forming the polymer when many repeat units are joined together.
