The two main subdivisions of polymers are and The main difference between the two types of polymers is that will melt when heated, while will burn before they melt. Possible answers for the following questions: branched, crosslinked, linear, network The type that melts have either or chain structures. The type that only burn have either or chain structures

Q: List down the classification of Biodegradable polymers with it's importance and function.

A: Biodegradable polymers are classified as, Natural biodegradable polymers                 Obtained…

Q: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is an important grade of polyethylene. Draw a three repeat unit…

A: Repeat unit of polymer is known as monomer. Polymer is a macromolecule made up of large number of…

Q: What monomer is needed to form attached polymer?

A: A polymer is made up of number of monomer units joined together. The formation of polymer takes…

Q: nylon threads are made of which polymer?

A: Nylon threads are polyamides

Q: Given the monomer below, draw a polymer chain with three links (i.e., three repeating monomers).…

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Q: Draw the abbreviated structure (repeating structure) of the following polymer.

A: We have to draw the abbreviated structure (repeating structure) of the following polymer :

Q: a. Explain the differences between a pendant and stiffening groups in polymers. b. What is the…

A: a) Answer -  Pendant  groups in polymers  A pendant group or side group is a group of atoms attached…

Q: hat is the monomer polyethene?

A: monomer of polyethene is

Q: The thermotropic liquid crystal polymer Xydar® can be made be made by condensing terephthalic acid…

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Q: 1. What is polymer? a. A large molecule made by twisted chains. b. A small molecule made of one…

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Q: What chemical reaction takes place when the vinegar is added (i.e. how is the vinegar helping the…

A: Casein glue/adhesive is formed when milk, vinegar, water and baking soda react together.

Q: Polyamides are very strong and are used in such products as Kevlar in body armour and Nomex in…

A: (1) Polyamides are one of the most important and most widely used classes of polymers. They are…

Q: Many plastic bags are made of polyethylene. Despite only containing dispersion forces, the material…

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Q: Styrene and butadiene copolymerize to form styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) for automobile tires. Draw…

A: The structures of butadiene and styrene are

Q: How is polymerization similar to the coming together of individuals to form a committee or…

A: The polymer can be defined as a chemical compound that is formed by the combination of one or more…

Q: 2 3 4 What is the difference between thermoplastics polymer and thermoset polymer? use the following…

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Q: LDPE or low-density polyethylene is one type of polymer resin that produces a plastic that is…

A: We have been asked to state the reason for the differences between LDPE and HDPE. The differences…

Q: Which one below is true for thermoplastic polymers? * They are harder and stronger than…

A: The correct option is (d) (a) They are harder and stronger than thermosetting polymer. It is false…

Q: In the polymerization of polyethelene, the monomer is the ______________

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Q: Vulcanization is the process of adding sulfur to improve the stiffening of rubber like vehicle tire.…

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Q: A natural polymer has been made called polylactic acid. What would be the name of the monomer?

A: Name of polymer = Poly + name of monomer

Q: What are addition polymers? Select one: a. Addition polymers are formed when small molecules (such…

A: On the basis of mode of polymerization, the polymers can be classified as addition polymers and…

Q: Through __________, monomers are combined to create bigger polymers. This process results in the…

A: The given statement is, Through __________, monomers are combined to create bigger polymers.

Q: Discuss FOUR (4) differences between addition polymerization and condensation polymerization. Give…

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Q: How are polymers classified based on their structure? Give TWO (2) example for condensation polymer…

A: Polymers have  high molecular mass formed by repetition of small units called monomers. eg   Plastic…

Q: 1. Compare the synthetic and natural polymers and discuss how are they synthesized.

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Q: 1.Discuss the differences between condensation and addition polymerization.

A: Polymerization is the process in which the small molecules (monomers) are combined to form large…

Q: Shown below is the ε-caprolactone monomer where the biopolymer polycaprolactone (PCL) is synthesized…

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Q: The reason for the development of polycrystalline material is because ( one sentence only)

A: Answer - polycrystalline material - A polycrystalline material is comprised of many small…

Q: 1) Discuss how polymerization changes the properties of any ensemble of amino acids so that a…

A: Proteins may be defined as compounds of high molar mass consisting largely or entirely of chains of…

Q: what is the monomer for each polymer show below?

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Q: Some polymers may be strengthened considerably by a mechanism called 'branching'. This mechanism can…

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Q: Many monomers can form long polymer chains, but some can also form bonds with neighbouring polymer…

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Q: (a) Describe the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers. (b) How are the…

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Q: For a general chain-growth polymerization, we might expect that polymer chain length would be.

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Q: D Listen Which of the following statements about branched polymers is TRUE? Materials made from…

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Q: Describe biopolymer and synthetic polymer. Give examples to support your answer Briefly discuss the…

A: Polymer, any of a class of natural or synthetic substances composed of very large molecules, called…

Q: Polystyrene synthetic polymer Monomer - styrene It is clear,hard,brittle and rigid Use- rigid…

A: Synthetic polymers are polymers that do not occur naturally in nature and are made by scientists and…

Q: Are polymer today becoming more sophisticated in structure? why or Why not?

A: Polymers are defined as materials which are made up of the repetition of a monomer to form…

Q: Some additives are added to polymers to improve its properties. Which among the choices are not…

A: The additive are introduced into the polymers to make them more susceptible for the use.

Q: What are the sample kinds of polymers?

A: The monomers are the organic molecules that have specific unsaturation sites and it can involve…

Q: Choose the casood Statement for given below statement what happens to from the polymer chain in as a…

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Q: (a)Is this a condensation or addition polymer? Explain how you know. (b) Provide the IUPAC name of…

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Q: The governments across the world including Sultanate of Oman is taking initiatives to reduce plastic…

A: Synthetic polymer including plastic has detrimental effect on environment and ecosystem. It is very…

Q: Which of these substance is an organic polymers?   a) Cellulose b) Polyvinyl chloride c) Polyester…

A: Organic polymers are those which contains only carbons atoms and no inorganic element is present.

Q: Which other elements are also found in common household polymer?

A: The substance obtained by the linking of large monomeric units together using suitable reagent and…

Types of Polymers on the basis of Method of Preparation