3.3.12-Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
How are addition polymers made
A
Made from joining monomers together nothing else produced
2
Q
What are the monomers id addition polymers
A
Alkenes
3
Q
What is the biodegradability Of addition polymers
A
Non-biodegradable due to absence of polar bonds in the main chain
4
Q
What are the forces between polymers chains of addition polymers
A
Van der waals
Hydrogen bonds
Dipoles
5
Q
How are condensation polymers made
A
Made from joining molecules together some small molecules produced eg water
6
Q
What are the biodegradability of condensation polymers
A
Biodegradable due to presence of polar bonds
7
Q
What are the monomers of condensation polymers
A
Di carboxylic acids
Diols
Amines
Amino acids
