Polymers

What do you call the unit that comes together to form a polymer?

• amino acid

• copolymer

• monomer

• thermoset

What is referred to as the reactions in which polymers are produced?

• decomposition

• polymerization

• synthesis

• single displacement

Which of the following statements BEST define polymer?

• It is a very long molecule.

• It is a giant lattice of carbon atoms in a repeating pattern.

• It is a very long molecule with no pattern to its structure.

• It is a very long covalent molecule constructed from a repeating unit.

What identification key in the recycling codes and application of polymeric materials are fizzy drink bottles, oven-ready meal trays and water bottles?

• HDPE (High-density polyethylene)

• PET (Polyethylene terephthalate

• PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)

• PS (Polystyrene)

Which of the following is NOT an example of Polypropylene (PP)?

• aerosol cups

• compact disc

• ketchup bottles

• straws

Which of the following polymerization method wherein monomers simply link together without the elimination of any atoms?

• addition

• combustion

• condensation

• saponification

Polyvinyl has the following structure. What is the monomer that is used to form this polymer?

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Which of the following statements is/are TRUE about describing the structure of polymers?

          I. A linear polymers is simply a chain in which all the carbon-carbon bonds exist in a single straight line.

         II. When linear chains of a polymer form branches, then, such polymers are categorized as branched chain polymers.

        III. Crosslinked polymers resemble ladders.

• I only

• II only

• I and II

• I, II and III

How do polymers play a significant role in the medical field, and what specific applications do they have in medical devices and treatments?

• A. Polymers are irrelevant in the creation of wound dressings or medical textiles.

• B. Polymers are only used in the automotive industry and not in medical technologies.

• C. Polymers are limited to household products and have no impact on healthcare.

• D. Polymers contribute to medical advancements through applications like tissue engineering and the development of biocompatible materials for implants.

If you were to examine the structural composition of polymers, which of the following would correctly identify the fundamental building blocks in polymer chains?

• isotopes                    

    

•    monomers

• monosaccharides 

•   nucleotides