Biodegradability & Disposal of Polymers (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Flashcards

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Process that breaks down polyesters & polyamides

Hydrolysis

Biodegradability of polymers with no polar bonds

Non-biodegradable

What triggers photodegradable polymer breakdown?

UV light

Are polyalkenes biodegradable?

No, they lack polar bonds

Acid hydrolysis products of polyesters

Dicarboxylic acids and diols

Base hydrolysis products of polyesters

Dicarboxylic acid salts and diols

Acid hydrolysis products of polyamides

Dicarboxylic acid and diamine salts

Base hydrolysis products of polyamides

Dicarboxylic acid salts and diamines

Why are polyalkenes chemically inert?

Saturated with no bond polarity

Toxic gases from polymer incineration

COCO, HClHCl, HCNHCN

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