Polymers and Giant Covalent Structures Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Polymer?
A
A Long chain of repeating units
2
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How are Polymer atoms joined together?
A
By Covalent Bonds
3
Q
What is a Macromolecule?
A
In a Macromolecule, All the atoms are bonded to each other by strong covalent bonds
4
Q
How high is the boiling points in a Macromolecule?
A
Very high this means it requires lots of energy to break the bonds
5
Q
Do Macromolecules conduct electricity?
A
No, they don’t contain charged particles
6
Q
What are the main examples of Macromolecules you need to know?
A
Diamond, Graphite, and Silicon Dioxide
