What is a polymer
a substance with very long molecules
Name two natural polymers…
wool, rubber, cotton
Name two porperties of rubber…
Flexible, elastic, waterproof, durable
Do synthetic polymers occur naturally?
No
How many types of polythene are there?
two
What is LDPE?
Low density poly(ethene)
Does either type of polythene break down or decay easily
No
What does PVC stand for?
poly (vinyl chloride)
Give an example of what PVC is used for…
waterproof clothes
electrical cable insulation