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Polymerisation (A Level)

Condensation polymerisation, deducing monomers from polymers, and degradable polymers.

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3 lessons, 135 minutes of teaching

Lessons
3, each planned for 45 minutes
Worksheets
3 with answer keys
Quiz questions
24 multiple-choice, assignable in the app
Lab
Condensation polymers lab
Scheme of work

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35.1Condensation polymerisation
Two monomers, each with a reactive group at both ends, join head to tail and spit out a small molecule at every link.		Cooperative Concept Mapping6 Q, 14 marks8 MCQtab 1, tab 2
35.2Polymer deductions
Given a section of polymer, can you say how it was made and what it was made from?		Think-Pair-Share6 Q, 15 marks8 MCQtab 3, tab 4
35.3Degradable polymers
Poly(alkenes) are chemically inert, which is why a plastic bag can outlive the person who used it.		Mix-Pair-Share6 Q, 14 marks8 MCQtab 5

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