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Polymers Flashcards

1
Q

What is a polymer?

What is a monomer?

A

A polymer is a long chain of monomers

A monomer is a small molecule

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What are some uses of poly(ethane)

What are some uses of poly(propene)

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Plastic bags and bottles

Crates and ropes

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What is addition polymerisation?

A

It is where monomers react to form a polymer without the formation of by-products

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What is condensation polymerisation?

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A small molecule is formed each time a bond is formed between two monomers usually water

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How does it happen?

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By the removal of water

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6
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What are examples of natural polymers?

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DNA
RNA
Natural Rubber

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7
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What does DNA stand for?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid

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What are the monomers in DNA?

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Nucleotides

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What is the purpose of DNA?

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DNA contains instructions that are needed for an organism to develop survive and reproduce

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10
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What is the structure of DNA

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A double helix

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