Condensation Polymers (HSC SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What small molecule is typically eliminated during condensation polymerisation?
What small molecule is typically eliminated during condensation polymerisation?
Water ()
Which functional group is NOT suitable for condensation polymerisation?
Which functional group is NOT suitable for condensation polymerisation?
Alkene groups ()
What type of linkage connects monomer units in polyesters?
What type of linkage connects monomer units in polyesters?
Ester linkages ()
What is the key property of poly(lactic acid) that makes it useful for surgical sutures?
What is the key property of poly(lactic acid) that makes it useful for surgical sutures?
It is biodegradable
How many two-litre PET bottles are needed to produce one T-shirt?
How many two-litre PET bottles are needed to produce one T-shirt?
Five bottles
What is a significant disadvantage of polyester fabrics?
What is a significant disadvantage of polyester fabrics?
They are damaged by acids and alkalis
What type of linkage connects monomer units in polyamides?
What type of linkage connects monomer units in polyamides?
Amide linkages ()
What is the monomer used to produce nylon-6?
What is the monomer used to produce nylon-6?
6-aminohexanoic acid
Why is the polymer called nylon-6,6?
Why is the polymer called nylon-6,6?
Both monomers contain six carbon atoms
What happens to nylon's melting temperature as chain length increases?
What happens to nylon's melting temperature as chain length increases?
The melting temperature decreases