Plastics Flashcards
1
Q
When does Addition polymerisation occur
A
when addition reactions occur between monomers to create a polymer
2
Q
Give examples of natural polymers
A
Starches, proteins and DNA.they are molecules of repeating units
3
Q
Are plastics polymers?
A
Yes
4
Q
What are polymers
A
Molecules that have very long chains of repeating units called monomers