Polymerisation |
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Polymerisation is the reaction where small
molecules link to form a long molecule.
The small molecules that link up are called monomers
while the long molecule that is produced is known as a polymer |
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There are two types of polymerisation reactions. Addition polymersation and condensation polymerisation. | ![]() |
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Describe the benefits of plastics and their disadvantages. Describe where the following plastics are used.Nylon, Polyester, Polyethene, Polystyrene |