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Synthetic polymers are chemicals made by rearranging the structure of existing molecules, especially large molecules containing carbon. The molecular chains (monomers) that make up organic molecules can be artifically strung together to create materials such as plastics, neoprene rubber, nylon and rayon.
Synthetic polymers are man-made mega-molecules. Examples of modern and revolutionary synthetic polymers include DuPont pioneering Nylon and Dacron fibers.
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∙ 8y agoMicroorganism usually don't (yet) know how to eat them like they do natural polymers. This makes synthetic polymers more durable.
However this is also a disadvantage as they cannot decompose and accumulate as trash.
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∙ 10y agoSynthetic polymers are called plastic. Plastics include polystyrene, polypropylene, polyethylene, nylon, etc.
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∙ 12y agoTextiles,ropes, sheets and wrappers.
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Is synthetic fiber made from plastic?
Some are but others are not made from plastic but from other synthetic polymers.
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.
How are natural polymers and synthetic polymers similar?
Rubber is a natural polymers with elastic and plastic type behavior. It is found in nature and extracted from trees. PET (soda bottles) Polyethylene Terephthalate is a synthetic polymer and not found in nature.
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.
Synthetic polymers that can be molded and shaped?
plastic
Synthetic fiber is made from?
Man made polymers.
Is synthetic fiber made from plastic?
Some are but others are not made from plastic but from other synthetic polymers.
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 are the other names for synthetic polymers?
Synthetic polymers are also known as man-made materials. Frequently these materials include plastics, polystyrene, nylon, rubbers, etc...
How are natural polymers and synthetic polymers similar?
Rubber is a natural polymers with elastic and plastic type behavior. It is found in nature and extracted from trees. PET (soda bottles) Polyethylene Terephthalate is a synthetic polymer and not found in nature.
Why are synthetic polymers often used in place of natural material?
Synthetic polymers are cheaper than natural polymers. Natural polymers are also less plentiful.
Is polyurethane a synthetic fiber?
yes, it contains polymers made of urethane moieties
How are nature polymers and synthetic polymers similar?
Nature polymers and synthetic polymers are both large molecules made up of repeating units called monomers. They both have high molecular weights and exhibit similar properties like flexibility, strength, and durability. Additionally, both nature and synthetic polymers can be engineered to have specific properties for various applications.
What are the contribution of chemistry in clothing?
For example clothes and shoes made from synthetic polymers.
Is it true that polymers are all synthetic?
YES! polyvinyl chloride is a synthetic polymer. This is so because it is a polychain made up of repeated units of monomers. More specifically this plastic has the presence of HCl and ethyne within the organic compound. This is a type of a plastic used for various purposes such as insulation for electrical wires.
What is ruber made from?
Synthetic rubber is made from the polymers of various petroleum based products. The most common are made from styrene and butadiene.
How is the polymer classified?
For example thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers, natural and synthetic polymers.
