Polymers: Plastics and Their Formation
Students will learn about polymers as large molecules made from repeating units, focusing on common synthetic polymers (plastics) and their formation.
Key Questions
- What is a polymer and what is a monomer?
- How are plastics formed from smaller molecules?
- What are some common types of plastics and their uses?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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