polymers

Question 1

why is the ester polymer biodegradable

Answer 1

polyester can be hydrolysed

Question 2

condensation polymerisation

Answer 2

h20 or small molecule produced

Question 3

addition polymerisation

Answer 3

heat and pressure (catalyst)

Question 4

issues with polymers

Answer 4

non- biodegradable

Question 5

ways of disposing polymer

Answer 5

1- landfill
2-recycling
3- burn - for energy
4- organic feedstock

Question 6

hydrolysis of condensation polymers

Answer 6

must be Aq - as H20 needed for hydrolysis

Question 7

why are polyesters and polyamides able to biodegrade

Answer 7

Carbon delta positive in C=o can be attacked by nucleophile