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What are the most common element in polymers?
The most common element in polymers is carbon.
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.
Can synthetic polymers react easily with other substances?
no
How are polymers and synthetic polymers similar?
Synthetic polymers contain linkages which are present in natural polymers also , for example nylon (a synthetic polymer) contains pep-tide (also called amide) linkage and proteins also contain the same linkage .. considering that protein is a naturally occurring polymer Btw , not sure if this is the only similarity .. :D
What are some examples of natural polymers and synthetic polymers?
Natural polymer: shellac, amber, natural rubber, cellulose Synthetic polymers: synthetic rubber, Bakelite, neoprene, nylon, PVC, polystyrene, polyethylene, polypropylene, silicone, etc.
Is rubber an element?
no, both natural and synthetic rubber are 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 is base in paints?
Base is the main constituent of paints, ie synthetic polymers such as acrylic, vinyl acrylic, styrene acrylic, etc. as binders.[
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 is the polymer classified?
For example thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers, natural and synthetic polymers.
What are the most common element in polymers?
The most common element in polymers is carbon.
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 are some macromolocules?
Macromolecules are polymers. There are bio-polymers such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and DNA, and there are synthetic polymers such as plastics (polystyrene and polyvinylchloride) and synthetic fibres. Nylon and terylene are also considered macromolecules.
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.
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.
Are pollymers synthetic?
Also natural polymers exist.
Synthetic fiber is made from?
Man made polymers.
