Polymer Basics

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    What is a Polymer?

    • A long chain molecule made of many smaller molecules called monomers
    • A small molecule made of one atom
    • A large molecule made of twisted chains
    • A large molecule in the shape of the letter "P"
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  • 2. 
    The plastic bottles shown in this picture are made of what TYPE of polymer? - ProProfs

    The plastic bottles shown in this picture are made of what TYPE of polymer?

    • Natural

    • Synthetic (man-made)

    • DNA

    • Latex

    Correct Answer
    A. Synthetic (man-made)
    Explanation
    PLASTIC is a synthetic or man-made polymer. The other three choices are natural and not used to make bottles.

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  • 3. 

    The Greek work "plasticos" literally means....

    • Moldable, able to be shaped

    • Weak

    • Easy to break

    Correct Answer
    A. Moldable, able to be shaped
  • 4. 

    Which of the following is NOT a synthetic or man-made polymer?

    • Polypropylene

    • Nylon

    • Teflon

    • Carbohydrates

    Correct Answer
    A. Carbohydrates
    Explanation
    Carbohydrates are natural polymers, not synthetic. They are organic compounds composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and they serve as an essential source of energy for living organisms. Carbohydrates like starch and cellulose are natural polymers made from sugar monomers. On the other hand, polypropylene, nylon, and Teflon are synthetic, man-made polymers commonly used in industries for producing plastic goods, fabrics, and non-stick surfaces respectively. These are created through chemical processes, unlike carbohydrates which are naturally occurring.

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  • 5. 

    Which one of these is NOT true?

    • Polymers are made of monomers

    • Zinc is a great atom for making polymers because of its four valence electrons.

    • Linear polymers tend to be stretchy.

    Correct Answer
    A. Zinc is a great atom for making polymers because of its four valence electrons.
    Explanation
    Carbon is great for making polymers because of its four electrons. Zinc does not form polymers.

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  • 6. 

    Plastics are made from this starting material.

    • Plants

    • Petroleum or oil

    • Dirt

    Correct Answer
    A. Petroleum or oil
  • 7. 
     This shape of a polymer, because of the branching structure, will most likely have what property? - ProProfs

     This shape of a polymer, because of the branching structure, will most likely have what property?

    • Stretchy

    • Stores energy

    • Strong and able to hold weight

    Correct Answer
    A. Strong and able to hold weight
  • 8. 

    Which one of the following polymer structures is known to be STRONG?

    • Linear

    • Branched

    • Ring

    Correct Answer
    A. Branched
  • 9. 

    Which one of the following is NOT a natural polymer?

    • DNA

    • Carbohydrates

    • Polyethylene

    • Latex

    Correct Answer
    A. Polyethylene
  • 10. 
    Which of the following recycling codes would be found on the bottom of a plastic water bottle? - ProProfs

    Which of the following recycling codes would be found on the bottom of a plastic water bottle?

    • 5, PP

    • 4, LDPE

    • 1, PETE

    • 3, V

    Correct Answer
    A. 1, PETE
  • 11. 

    The process by which small monomers chemically bond to form a large polymer is known as ________.

    Correct Answer
    polymerization, Polymerization
    Explanation
    Polymerization is the chemical process where small molecules, known as monomers, join together to form a long-chain polymer. There are two main types of polymerization: addition polymerization and condensation polymerization. In addition polymerization, monomers add to each other without the loss of any small molecules, while in condensation polymerization, monomers bond together with the release of a small molecule, often water. This process is crucial in the production of various synthetic polymers like plastics and rubber.

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  • 12. 

    List 5 characteristics or "properties" of plastics.

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