Intra/Inter molecular Forces & Monomers and Polymers - Structure and Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What are intermolecular forces?
A
Forces between molecules - they are weak
2
Q
What are intramolecular forces?
A
Forces between atoms - they require a lot of energy to break
3
Q
What is a monomer?
A
A single base unit - a small molecule that join together to become along chain
4
Q
What is a polymer?
A
A repeating chain of monomers/A large molecule made out of repeating monomers
5
Q
How many monomers form a polymer?
A
2 or more
6
Q
What holds a polymer?
A
Covalent bonds
7
Q
Examples of polymers
A
Plastic, DNA, Proteins
8
Q
What monomer is protein made out of?
A
Amino acids
9
Q
Are polymers a solid, liquid or gas at room temperature?
A
Solid
