Addition polymers 0.0 / 5 ? ChemistryAddition polymersGCSEEdexcel Created by: Jazzy15Created on: 21-03-19 20:09 What are addition polymers ? Are relatively large molecules made by combining smaller molecules containing C=C 1 of 12 What is a polymer ? A substance with a high average molecular mass, Mr (small r) 2 of 12 What is a polymer made up of ? Repeating units 3 of 12 What is poly(ethene) ? a polymer made by combining many ethene molecules (monomers) 4 of 12 What are the properties of poly(ethene) ? flexible, cheap, good electrical insulator 5 of 12 What are the properties of poly(propene) ? flexible, shatterproof, has a high softening point 6 of 12 What are the properties of poly(chloroethene) ? tough, cheap, long lasting, good electrical insulator 7 of 12 What are the properties of poly(tetrafluoroethene) ? tough, slippery, resistant to corrosion, good electrical insulator 8 of 12 What are the uses of poly(ethene) ? plastic bags, plastic bottles and clingfilm 9 of 12 What are the uses of poly(propene) ? buckets and bowls 10 of 12 What are the uses of poly(chloroethene) ? window frames, gutters and pipes, insulation for electrical wires 11 of 12 What are the uses of poly(tetrafluoroethene) ? non- stick coatings for frying pans, containers, for corrosive substances, insulation for electric wires 12 of 12
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