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Polymers

Polymers. large molecules made by linking smaller, single unit (monomers) together Many natural polymers form important organic molecules such as DNA, and proteins Synthetic polymers are also often made into plastics and textiles such as nylon, teflon , PVC, polyethene , etc .

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Polymers

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  1. Polymers • large molecules made by linking smaller, single unit (monomers) together • Many natural polymers form important organic molecules such as DNA, and proteins • Synthetic polymers are also often made into plastics and textiles such as nylon, teflon, PVC, polyethene, etc.

  2. Polymerization • formation of polymers from the reaction of monomers • May occur in nature, however, manufacturers have learned how to synthetically produce many types of useful polymers.

  3. Addition Polymerization • many unsaturated monomers with double or triple bonds join together in addition reactions Ex: Polyethylene production • Plastic Animations

  4. Ex) Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) • used to make many plastics used to insulate wires, fabrics for raincoats and upholstery material and vinyl records.

  5. Ex) Teflon (Polytetrafluoroethylene)

  6. Ex) Polystyrene

  7. Condensation Polymers • involve the condensing or removal of a small molecule such as H2O, NH3 or HCl from the functional groups of two different monomers to form a polymer

  8. A) Esterification Polymerization: alcohol and carboxylic acid monomers. Ex) polyester

  9. Ex) Amide Linkage (NH2 group) Amide -proteins in living things, nylon

  10. Proteins

  11. Natural Polymers • Lipids –glycerol and fatty acids monomers • Proteins – amino acid monomers • Carbohydrates –monosaccharides(sugar) monomers • Cellulose-glucose monomers • Wood, paper, cotton • Animation Gallery

  12. Synthetic Polymers • Polyesters • Polyamides (nylon) • Kevlar

  13. Videos • Proteins: Structure and Function (Complete Video) • Saturated and Unsaturated Fats and Oils • Synthesis of Organic Compounds • Pharmaceuticals • Petrochemical Industry • The Age of Polymers (Complete Video) • Plastic Videos

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