How does crosslinking change the properties of polymer?

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: Define polymer chemistry.

A: A polymer is a substance consisting of large molecules or macromolecules. Polymers consist of a…

Q: 1. How would you explain to a young science student how to decide whether a given compound might be…

A: Hey, since there are multiple questions posted, we will answer first question. If you want any…

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: Which one element form the backbone of nearly all common polymers?

A: Polymers are the repeating units of monomers. There are many polymers known.

Q: Illustrate two approaches which will change the properties such as strength, flexibility etc. of a…

A: Polymers are chemical compounds that are composed of larger molecules called macromolecules. These…

Q: Define polymer

A: Polymers are frequently used in our day-to-day life and can be defined as shown below:

Q: Consider a hypothetical tough polymer that exhibits exceptional mechanical properties. This polymer…

A: The exceptional toughness of a hypothetical polymer arises from several key polymer chemistry…

Q: How does the structure of a Polymer affect its function.

A: Here we have to explain how does the structure of a polymer affect its function? We can explain it…

Q: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is opaque while low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is transparent.…

A: Let's discuss about the opaqueness of HDPE and transparent nature of LDPE according to the question.

Q: Find the structure of teflon (polytetrafluoroethylene). how is it similar to the structure of…

A: The structure of teflon is,

Q: Explain the term Photo-Polymerization and Elucidate the science behind Polymerization process.

A: A process in which a monomer unit combines to form a big molecule (polymer unit) is called…

Q: How does a polymeric carbon dot become biocompatible?

A: Answer -  Polymeric carbon dot  - Polymer carbon dots (PCDs) as one type of fluorescent carbon dots…

Q: how the stereoisomerism affect the degree of crystallinity

A: In this question we have to tell that how the stereoiserism affect the degree of crystallinity of a…

Q: Use an example to show how branching and cross linking can affect the physical behavior of a…

A: Polymers are the macromolecules made up of same of different smaller units known as monomers. The…

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: Are polymer today becoming more sophisticated in structure? why or Why not?

A: Polymers are defined as materials which are made up of the repetition of a monomer to form…

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: 2. What are the general desirable properties of polymer additives?

A: Additives are chemicals added to the base polymer to improve the processability, enhance life span…

Q: Explain briefly why the tendency of a polymer to crystallize decreases with increasing molecular…

A: Here we have to explain why tendency of a polymer to crystalize decreases with increases molecular…

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: How to draw the Structure of a Polymer Formed from a Monomer ?

A: Polymers :They are the macromolecules that are formed when the monomeric units combine with each…

Q: What is the difference between crystal and polycrystalline material

A: Solid can be classified into crystal/ crystalline, Polycrystalline, and amorphous solid on the basis…

Q: Describe two general approaches to toughening an amorphous polymer. Why do they work?

A: A question based on polymer chemistry, which is to be accomplished.

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: Why is it important to determine polymer chain length?

A: When the large number of monomers combines with each other by chemical reaction firma the polymer .