(a) Describe the structure of each of the categories of polymers below. Thermoplastics: Thermosets: Elastomers: (b) Of the above polymers, which behaves most like a ceramic? Explain your answer

Q: Use an example to show how branching and crosslinking can affect the physical behavior of a polymer.

A: Polymers are molecules that have a repeating basic unit called monomers. polymers are long chained…

Q: List down the classification of Biodegradable polymers with it's importance and function.

A: Biodegradable polymers are classified as, Natural biodegradable polymers                 Obtained…

Q: Indicate whether each statement is true or false:(a) Elastomers are rubbery solids.(b) Thermosets…

A: True, Elastomers are rubbery solids.they have elastic property. These polymer chain are held…

Q: (b) Polymers play essential and ubiquitous roles in our everyday life because of their broad…

A: Ans.(b) Polymers: Polymers are materials made of long, repeating chains of molecules. These…

Q: classification based on structure of polymers are elastomers ,thermoplastics and thermosetting,…

A: Given: Classification based on the structure of polymers are elastomers, thermoplastics and…

Q: Vulcanization is the process of adding sulfur to improve the stiffening of rubber like vehicle tire.…

A: The process that involves the application of chemicals to change the physical properties of the…

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Q: Explain the process of polymerization and its role in the formation of complex macromolecules.…

A: Introduction: Polymerization is a chemical process that combines small molecules (monomers) to form…

Q: (a) What is a monomer? (b) Which of these molecules canbe used as a monomer: ethanol, ethene (also…

A: A monomer is the molecules by which a polymer is constructed by the process of polymerization. In…

Q: mine whether one polymer is more likely to crystallize than the other. If it is possible, note which…

A: Yes, it is possible to decide for these two polymers.

Q: Which representation(s) show polymer structures that are likely to result in rigid, hard materials…

A: According to the question,  We need to determine which representation(s) show polymer structures…

Q: How are polymers classified on the basis of mode of polymerization? Explain with suitable examples.

A: Polymers classified on the basis of mode of polymerization has to be explained below.

Q: ermine whether o more likely and ti a why

A: Yes, for these two polymers it is possible to decide.

Q: Define about Polymerization ?

A: The definition is given in the following steps.

Q: Which statement is true about addition polymerization but not condensation polymerization? 1.) only…

A: The statement that is true about addition polymerization but not condensation polymerization is:1.)…

Q: List TWELVE (12) polymers widely used in high technology application and discuss THREE (3) of the…

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Q: The molecular formula of n-decane is CH31CH228CH3. Decaneis not considered a polymer, whereas…

A: Polymers are long C chains with high mass.

Q: Why polycrystalline form of a material is stable than single crystalline form?

A: All matter can be classified as solid, liquid, and gases mainly. In these physical states of matter,…

Q: .Explain the term polymerization with two examples.

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Q: 1) (a) What is the difference between homopolymer and copolymer? (b) How can you classify the…

A: Polymers are the macromolecules of very high molecular mass ranging from 103 to 107 u. Each molecule…

Q: Which factor imparts crystalline nature to a polymer like nylon?

A: A polymer can be defined as a large molecule which is made up of rings or chains which are linked…

Q: (u) linear polymer (v) macromer macromolecule (w) (x) monomer (y) oligomer

A: Polymer is a large, high molecular weight compound made up of repeating units, called monomers,…