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Disadvantages of polymers are:
- non bio-degradable
- easily breakable
- flame retardancy is low
- when polymers incorporated with additives are burnt they emit a lot of poisonous gases into the atmosphere
- low molecular weight polymers (Polyethylene bags) are difficult to recycle
- improper disposal leads to environmental pollution
- undergo oxidation and ozonation easily
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Which element contains organic polymers?
Elements do not contain polymers. It is the other way around. Organic polymers contain elements. These are usually C, O, H, N, Halogens and some others.
Do polymers conduct heat?
Polymers are generally poor conductors of heat due to their low thermal conductivity. The long chains and irregular structure of polymers hinder the flow of heat through the material. However, some polymers can conduct heat to a limited extent depending on their composition and structure.
A large molecule synthesized from many monomers is called a what?
they are called polymers
What is the difference between organic polymers and inorganic polymers?
In general organic contains carbon molecules and/or those related to life. It is the chemistry of carbon containing compounds.Inorganic is everything else and generally do not contain carbon (with some exceptions).
What are two benefits and two problems associated with the use of synthetic polymers?
Here are some...Pros:StrongFlexibleMouldableDurableCons:They are non-biodegradable
What are the uses of polymers to mankind?
Plastics, which are polymers plus some additives, are their main use.
Are all polymers man made?
No, not all polymers are man-made. Some polymers can be found in nature, such as proteins, cellulose, and DNA. These natural polymers have unique properties and functions in living organisms.
What are example of Some polymers?
Molecules
What are some examples of polymers found in carbohydrates?
Some examples of polymers found in carbohydrates include starch, cellulose, and glycogen. These polymers are made up of repeating units of simple sugars like glucose.
Do polymers have double bonds?
Yes. Some polymers have double bonds, for example natural rubber - poly isoprene . See link for structure. However many polymers that are familiar do not polyethylene is (C2H4)n , polyvinyl chloride (C2H3Cl)n
Do Polymers come from plants?
Plants do make and use some polymers (e.g. starch, cellulose etc.), as do some animals (e.g. spider silk) but most of what we know as polymers are artificial (e.g. polyethylene, nylon etc.).
Name some polymers that are produced in nature?
There are several polymers in living beings, for example, proteins, DNA, RNA, and polysaccharides.
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.
Which element contains organic polymers?
Elements do not contain polymers. It is the other way around. Organic polymers contain elements. These are usually C, O, H, N, Halogens and some others.
Are polymers renewable or nonrenewable?
Polymers can be both depending upon which ones you are asking about. Polymer simply means "a chain of identical molecules linked together". Nonrenewable polymers would be plastics made from crude oil; renewable polymers would be cellulose and lignin in tree trunks.
Some polymers are elastic because they are made up of?
Protein.
What are advantages of polymers?
Some advantages are based on its durability. Polymers can be shaped and formed into very simple shapes, as well as intricate more elaborate shapes.
