Polymer (1)

Definition of polymer

A long chain molecule that is made from a combination of many repeating basic units

The basic unit of a polymer

Monomer

The name of reaction to produce a polymer

Polymerisation reaction

Sources of polymers

Natural and synthetic

Definition of natural polymers

Polymers that are naturally available and can be obtained from our surroundings

Examples of natural polymers (1)

Starch, protein and cotton

Definition of synthetic polymers

Man-made through chemical reactions in laboratories or factories

Examples of synthetic polymers (1)

Polystyrene

Types of Polymers

Thermoplastic polymers, Thermosetting polymers and Elastomer polymers

Products around us that are made from polymers (1)

Protein