Modelling Polymerisation

IQ6: What are the properties and uses of polymers?

Students:

● model and compare the structure, properties and uses of addition polymers of ethylene and related monomers, for example:

– polyethylene (PE)

– polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

– polystyrene (PS)

– polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

● model and compare the structure, properties and uses of condensation polymers, for example:

– nylon

– polyesters