plastics Flashcards
1
Q
Polymers are…
A
joining many small molecules (MONOMERS)
together
2
Q
Whats the process of adding monomers together?
A
Addition Polymerisation
3
Q
When can the process of joining monomers occur?
A
- When there is a C=C double bond
- Unsaturated monomers(alkenes)
4
Q
How to name polymers
A
Just add poly to the monomer
5
Q
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)