Polymerization Quiz

During a science project, Tiffany is exploring different types of polymers. She comes across various examples and wonders, which of the following polymers is prepared by condensation polymerization?

• Teflon

• Rubber

• Styrene

• Nylon-6,6

During a chemistry class, Davonte and Sophia were discussing the process of making nylon, a type of condensation polymer. Davonte asked, 'What is typically eliminated as a byproduct during the formation of condensation polymers like nylon?'

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Water or ammonia

• Carbon dioxide

Destiny is studying different types of polymerization in her chemistry class. She learns about condensation polymerization and wonders, which of the following is a characteristic feature of this process?

• Monomers contain two or more reactive functional groups.

• No byproduct is formed during polymerization.

• Monomers are typically alkenes.

• The polymerization process involves the addition of monomers without any byproduct.

Jonathan is working on a project about different types of polymers. He learns that one of the polymers is formed by condensation polymerization between terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol. Which polymer is he referring to?

• Nylon-6

• Dacron (Polyester)

• Bakelite

• Kevlar

Tiffany is conducting an experiment on condensation polymerization in her chemistry lab. She wonders what happens to the functional groups of the monomers she is using.

• They remain unchanged in the polymer.

• They react to form covalent bonds, releasing small molecules as byproducts.

• They form ionic bonds without any byproduct.

• They are eliminated without forming any new bonds.

Evan is studying different types of polymers in his chemistry class. He learns about condensation polymers and their characteristics. Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of condensation polymers?

• They are formed through step-growth polymerization.

• They often require monomers with two or more different functional groups.

• They usually release small molecules like water during polymerization.

• They are generally formed through chain-growth polymerization.

During a chemistry project, Tavon learned about different types of polymers. He came across a condensation polymer formed from phenol and formaldehyde. Which of the following is the polymer he discovered?

• Bakelite

• Nylon-6,6

• Teflon

• Dacron

In a chemistry class, Tavon learned about different types of polymers. His teacher mentioned condensation polymers and asked the students to identify which of the following statements about condensation polymers is false.

• They are typically biodegradable.

• They are formed through the elimination of small molecules during polymerization.

• They often require monomers with two or more reactive functional groups.

• They are generally non-biodegradable.

Nora and her classmate Davonte are studying different types of polymers in their chemistry class. They learn about condensation polymers and their properties. Which of the following is a property of condensation polymers?

• They are typically biodegradable.

• They are formed through condensation reactions.

• They are generally resistant to chemical degradation.

• They have low melting points.

During a science project, Rohan is researching different types of polymers. He learns about various applications of condensation polymers. Which of the following is NOT a typical application of condensation polymers?

• Production of synthetic fibers like polyester.

• Manufacture of engineering plastics like nylon.

• Creation of non-stick coatings like Teflon.

• Development of resins for electrical insulation.