Polymers and Polymerization |
Key Concepts
- Polymer: large molecules made up of many monomers
- Monomer: simpler substance of which polymer is made
- Addition Polymerization: monomers' double-bonds open up to form continuous chain
- Condensation Polymerization: elimination of smaller molecule when functional groups react
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Examples of Polymers
Addition Polymers:
- polythene (plastic wrap)
- polypropylene (car bumper bars)
- polyvinyl chloride, PVC (electrical insulation, guttering)
- polyvinylidenechloride (GLAD wrap)
- polytetrafluoroethylene (TEFLON)
- polyvinylacetate (PVA glue)
- polystyrene (packing & insulation)
- natural rubber
Condensation Polymers:
- Dacron (a polyester)
- nylon-6,6 (fibre)
- bakelite (old electrical switches)
- proteins
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| Summary of Nomenclature
Naming Straight Chain Alkanes
Naming Branched Chain Alkanes
Naming Simple Alkenes
Naming Simple Alkynes
Naming Structural Isomers of Alkanes
Naming Structural Isomers of Alkenes
Naming Alkanols
Naming Haloalkanes
Functional Groups
Combustion of Hydrocarbons
Halogenation of Hydrocarbons
Hydrohalogenation of Hydrocarbons
Hydration of Alkenes
Oxidation of Alkanols
Preparation and Naming of Esters (Esterification)
Properties and Uses of Alkanes
Properties and Uses of Ethene (ethylene)
Properties and Uses of Polythene (polyethylene)
Proteins
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