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Organic Chemistry (A2 2)

Quick questions on Polymers: addition and condensation polymerisation and disposal - CCEA Life and Health Sciences

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State what type of monomer is needed for addition polymerisation. [1 mark]
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State the small molecule usually lost in condensation polymerisation and one example of a condensation polymer. [2 marks]
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Explain why poly(ethene) is not biodegradable. [2 marks]

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