Designing Polymers for a Purpose (VCE SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What effect does increasing chain length have on polymer properties?
What effect does increasing chain length have on polymer properties?
Creates stronger intermolecular forces
Which application uses ultra-high molecular weight polyethene (UHMWPE)?
Which application uses ultra-high molecular weight polyethene (UHMWPE)?
Artificial hip joints
What is a copolymer?
What is a copolymer?
Polymer from at least two monomers
What happens when PVC is removed from a flame?
What happens when PVC is removed from a flame?
It self-extinguishes
What is the melting point of PTFE (Teflon)?
What is the melting point of PTFE (Teflon)?
335°C
How does Gore-Tex fabric work?
How does Gore-Tex fabric work?
Water droplets blocked, vapour escapes
What triggers polymerisation of methylcyanoacrylate (super glue)?
What triggers polymerisation of methylcyanoacrylate (super glue)?
Contact with water
Why is polystyrene relatively transparent?
Why is polystyrene relatively transparent?
Bulky groups prevent close packing
What density does foamed polystyrene have compared to solid polystyrene?
What density does foamed polystyrene have compared to solid polystyrene?
5-10% of solid polymer density
What percentage of glass mass does ETFE weigh in the Water Cube Stadium?
What percentage of glass mass does ETFE weigh in the Water Cube Stadium?
1% of glass mass