Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry
20.1Addition polymerisation
Addition polymerisation in Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 20.1.1Describe addition polymerisation of poly(ethene) and PVC.
- 20.1.2Deduce the repeat unit of an addition polymer from its monomer.
- 20.1.3Identify the monomer(s) in a section of an addition polymer.
- 20.1.4Recognise the difficulty of disposing of poly(alkene)s.
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Addition polymerisation
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