Condensation Polymers (HSC SSCE Chemistry): Flashcards
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Small molecule eliminated in condensation polymerisation
Small molecule eliminated in condensation polymerisation
Water ()
Two main types of synthetic condensation polymers
Two main types of synthetic condensation polymers
Polyesters and polyamides (nylons)
Linkage type in polyesters
Linkage type in polyesters
Ester linkages ()
Linkage type in polyamides
Linkage type in polyamides
Amide linkages ()
Alternative name for amide linkage in proteins
Alternative name for amide linkage in proteins
Peptide link
Most well-known synthetic polyamide
Most well-known synthetic polyamide
Nylon
PET plastic property (melting and reshaping)
PET plastic property (melting and reshaping)
Thermoplastic (can be repeatedly melted and reshaped)
Nylon naming reflects this about monomers
Nylon naming reflects this about monomers
Number of carbon atoms in the monomer molecules
Disadvantage of polyester fabrics
Disadvantage of polyester fabrics
Susceptible to damage from acids and alkalis
Where functional groups needed on monomers for condensation
Where functional groups needed on monomers for condensation
At both ends of the molecule