plastics Flashcards

1
Q

Polymers are…

A

joining many small molecules (MONOMERS)

together

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2
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Whats the process of adding monomers together?

A

Addition Polymerisation

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3
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When can the process of joining monomers occur?

A
  • When there is a C=C double bond

- Unsaturated monomers(alkenes)

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4
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How to name polymers

A

Just add poly to the monomer

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5
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Plastic properties

A

All plastics can stop electricity
Melt and change(thermoplastic)
Dont change shape(thermosetting)
Burn to give out toxic gases(carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide)

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