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What do the properties of polymers depend on?

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The monomers used to make them

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Why do LD and HD poly(ethene) have different properties? (2)

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They are made using different reactions conditions

they have different structures/different molecules

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What does LD and HD poly(ethene) stand for?

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Low Density poly(ethene) and High Density poly(ethene)

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What is a thermosoftening polymer?

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A polymer that forms plastics which can be softened by heat, then remoulded into different shapes as they cool down and set

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What is a thermosetting polymer

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Does not soften or melt when heated