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Polymer is a large molecule composed of unit molecules called monomers.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agothink plastic but if you want to get technical then it is a large molecule (macromolecule) composed of repeating structural units typically connected by covalent chemical bonds.
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What is the definition of semi -synthetic polymer?
semi-synthetic polymers are obtained from natural polymers by subjecting them to some chemical processes. eg: vulcanised rubber.
What is a molecule with a large molecular mass.?
UHMPE - Ultra High Mass Polyethylene - but most polymers, by definition, have high molecular mass.
Why do natural polymers not pose as much of an issue in landfills as synthetic polymers Natural polymers are cheap to recycle and synthetic polymers are expensive to recycle. Natural polymers are expe?
Natural polymers will degrade over time.... man-made polymers are not biodegradable - and need to be processed.
What is the purpose of polymers?
Polymers are used all around, plastics and rubber are polymers.
What is meant by water soluble polymers?
Water soluble polymers are polymers that will dissolve in water.
A large molecule synthesized from many monomers is called a what?
they are called polymers
Modified natural polymers for drug delivery?
modified natural polymers are natural polymers which are altered in order to suit a particular purposeModified natural polymers are natural polymers which are altered in order to suit a particular purpose. Modified natural polymers are natural polymers which are altered in order to suit a particular purpose.
What are the polymers of carbohydrate's?
The polymers of carbohydrates are polysaccharide.
What are the polymers that are produced in factories called?
Polymers.
Why are synthetic polymers often used in place of natural material?
Synthetic polymers are cheaper than natural polymers. Natural polymers are also less plentiful.
What are large molecules made up of smaller molecules?
The answer is polymer. Could also be referring to Macromolecule
How are polymers made into crude oil?
Polymers are not made into crude oil. Crude oil is made into polymers.
