Fluorinated Polymers Flashcards

1
Q

Characteristics of fluorinated polymers

A

Thermoplastic
Hydrophobic
Chemically inert
Solvent resistant
Temperature resistant

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

The molecular arrangement of fluorinated polymer PTFE (Teflon)

A

Highly crystalline

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Uses of Teflon

A

Synthetic vascular grafts for larger diameter vessels (also used: Dacron)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly