Organic Chemistry · Semester 2

Macromolecules: Polymers

Students will understand the formation of synthetic polymers through addition and condensation polymerization.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between addition and condensation polymerization.
  2. Explain the environmental concerns associated with the disposal of synthetic polymers.
  3. Predict the monomer from a given addition polymer structure.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Organic Chemistry - S4
Level: Secondary 4
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Organic Chemistry
Period: Semester 2

Suggested Methodologies

Jigsaw

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