Polymers and Synthesis · Stoichiometry

Addition and Condensation Polymers

Comparing the mechanisms of polymer formation and the properties of the resulting materials.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the monomer structure dictate the rigidity and strength of a polymer?
  2. 2What is the chemical significance of the byproduct formed during condensation polymerization?
  3. 3How can we engineer polymers to be biodegradable?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S12U17
Year: Year 12
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Polymers and Synthesis
Period: Stoichiometry

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