Polymerisation
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- Created on: 19-11-14 18:23
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- Polymerisation
- Many ethene molecules can combine together in a polymerisation reaction.
- The polymer formed is called Poly(ethene).
- When polymerisation reactions occur, the monomer molecules react together to form long-chain molecules.
- Link to BBC bitesize polymers
- Uses of polymers links to the properties of the compound.
- Poly(ethene)
- Properties: Flexible,cheap, good insulator.
- Uses: Plastic bags, plastic bottles, cling film, insulation for electrical wires.
- Poly(propene)
- Properties: flexible, shatterproof, high softening point
- Uses: Buckets and bowls
- Poly(chloroethene) (PVC)
- Properties: Tough,cheap, long-lasting, good insulator.
- Uses: window frames, gutters, pipes, insulation for electrical wires
- PTFE
- Properties: Tough, slippery, resistant to corrosion, good insulator.
- Uses: Non-stick coatings for saucepans, bearings and skis, containers for corrosive substances, stain-proofing carpets, insulation for electrical wires.
- Poly(ethene)
- Many ethene molecules can combine together in a polymerisation reaction.
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