Properties and Uses of Polymers
Chemistry · JC 2 · Polymer Chemistry and Nanomaterials · 4.º Período

Properties and Uses of Polymers

Examines how intermolecular forces influence the macroscopic properties of polymers and discusses the environmental impact of plastic waste.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesSyllabus 8873 Section 6.1(c)Syllabus 8873 Section 6.1(d)

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Examines how intermolecular forces influence the macroscopic properties of polymers and discusses the environmental impact of plastic waste.

Key Questions

  1. How do intermolecular forces affect the physical properties of polymers?
  2. What makes a polymer suitable for a specific real-world application?
  3. What are the environmental challenges of plastic waste and how can they be mitigated?

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