C11.1 Addition Polymerisation Flashcards
1
Q
What are monomers?
A
Lots of small molecules that are joined together to from hydrocarbons
2
Q
What are the huge molecules called?
A
Polymers
3
Q
What are the uses of polythene?
A
To make really useful plastic as it is strong and easy to shape
It is transparent
4
Q
How is polyethene made?
A
By combining ethene monomers together
5
Q
What are the uses of polypropene?
A
Make carpets and milk crates and ropes
Thye are very strong plastic
6
Q
What happens when alkene molecules join together?
A
Double covalent bond is broken and replaced by a single carbon - carbon covalent bond
7
Q
What is addition polymerisation?
A
Monomers react to form a polymer without the formation of by-products
