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Chapter 18. Polymers. Polymers. Macromolecule Polymer Monomer Homopolymer Copolymer. Types of Synthetic Polymers. Elastomers Fibers Plastics. Polymer Structure. Linear Polymers Branched Polymers. Joining of Polymer Chains. Attraction of polymer chains
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Chapter 18 Polymers
Polymers • Macromolecule • Polymer • Monomer • Homopolymer • Copolymer
Types of Synthetic Polymers • Elastomers • Fibers • Plastics
Polymer Structure • Linear Polymers • Branched Polymers
Joining of Polymer Chains • Attraction of polymer chains • Bonding of polymer chains – cross-links
Affect of Heat • Thermoplastic polymers • Thermosetting polymers
General Classification of Polymers • Addition polymers • Condensation polymers
Addition Polymers • Monomers • Initiator • Inhibitor • Reaction conditions
Addition Polymers - Elastomers • Isoprene • Neoprene • Vulcanization
Natural ones include: Cotton DNA Leather Starch Synthetic ones include: Dacron Nylon Plexiglas Spandex Condensation Polymers
Polyester • Polyester
Polyamides • Nylon
Nylon • Versatility • Strength