Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
How is an addition polymer formed
A
By joining up many small molecules called monomers
2
Q
Are polymers reactive or unreactive
A
Unreactive - difficult to dispose of polymers
3
Q
Polymers are …..
A
Not biodegradable
Microorganisms cannot break them down, causes a litter problem, can last for years in landfill sites
4
Q
Waste polymers can be ……
A
Incinerated (combustion at high temps)
But toxic gases are produced
And CO2 is produced
