Exam 9: The World of Polymers and Plastics

The molecules that are added to polymers to make them softer and more pliable are known as

What do the "big six" polymers have in common?

Polystyrene is used to make Styrofoam cups.For this usage,which property is most important?

A monomer is

Nathaniel Wayeth,developer of the plastic soft drink bottles,dreamed of the day when we will be able to melt down plastic bottles,reinforce the fibers and make car bodies.Then when we are done with the cars,melt down the car bodies and make bottles out of them.This would be an ultimate example of

What do the letters HDPE represent?

Which atoms does a hydroxyl functional group contain?

Which equation correctly shows the first step in the formation of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) by the process of condensation polymerization?

Adipic acid,one of the monomers used to make nylon,has a total of six carbon atoms with two carboxylic acid functional groups.Which structure is correct?

How are HDPE and LDPE different?

Which of these polymers is made by the process of condensation polymerization?

Which synthetic polymer is used to make shatter-resistant bottles and fleece fabric?