| Classifications of Polymers | Definitions: Polymer, monomer, polymerization, macromolecule. Classification: based on source, structure, types (mode) of polymerization and molecular forces- examples for each type. Preparation of synthetic rubbers: Neoprene, Buna-N. Non-biodegradable polymers, biodegradable polymers (examples) |
| Types of Polymerisation | Methods of polymerization: Addition, condensation and copolymerization an example for each with equation. Name of monomer/s and partial structure for the polymers polythene, polyamides – nylon 6, nylon-6,6, polyesters-terylene (Dacron), bakelite. Rubber: types natural, synthetic -examples Natural rubber: monomer, partial structure of natural rubber, Vulcanisation. |
| Molecular Mass of Polymers | Molecular Mass of Polymers |
| Biodegradable Polymers | Biodegradable Polymers |
| Polymers of Commercial Importance | Some other Commercially Important Polymers-Polypropene, Polystyrene, PVC, Urea-formaldehyde Resin, Glyptal, Bakellite. |
