Polymers YEAR10 Flashcards
1
Q
Polymer
A
A long chain molecule made up from many small molecules
2
Q
Monomer
A
Small molecules which make up polymers
3
Q
Addition polymerisation
A
The reaction where many monomers form a polymer
Forms one product
4
Q
Condensation polymerisation
A
Monomers form a polymer AS WELL as a small molecule
5
Q
Why does plastic fill up a lot of landfill
A
Non biodegradable
