polymers

Question 1

monomer

Answer 1

small, repeating molecules that make up a polymer

Question 2

difference between ethane polymers and monomers

Answer 2

polymers had a single carbon bond whereas monomers have a double carbon bond

Question 3

what state are polymers at room temperature?

Answer 3

solids

Question 4

why are polymers solid at room temp?

Answer 4

they have stronger intermolecular forces, meaning a lot of energy would be needed to break these forces

Question 5

polymer

Answer 5

long chains of repeating molecules called monomers

Question 6

what is PVC used for?

Answer 6

-window frames, pipes

Question 7

what is PTFE used for?

Answer 7

-non-stick pans

Question 8

draw poly(ethene)

Answer 8

pg 57

Question 9

what are atoms in a polymer joined by?

Answer 9

strong covalent bonds

Question 10

why do they have lower boiling points than ionic compounds?

Answer 10

the intermolecular forces are still weaker

Question 11

what are thermosoftening polymers?

Answer 11

-type of polymer that melts/soften when heated
-there are no bonds between polymer chains
-strong intermolecular forces ensure structure is a solid at room temp
-these forces overcome with heating