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Polymer Quiz

4.2
(21 votes)
10 questions
English
Easy
Test your knowledge on different types of polymers and their properties.
1

What type of polymerization involves the elimination of a small molecule?

Condensation polymerization

Addition polymerization

Chain polymerization

Radical polymerization

74% got this right

Condensation polymerization involves the elimination of small molecules like water.
2

What are polymers composed of?

Monomers

Mers

Mo

No

79% got this right

Polymers are large macromolecules made of repeating monomers.
3

Which polymer is known for its strength and elasticity?

Nylon

Cellulose

Polyethylene

Polystyrene

73% got this right

Nylon is a synthetic fiber known for its strength and elasticity.
4

What is the primary component of plant cell walls?

Cellulose

Nylon

Polyethylene

Proteins

Easy  89% got this right

Cellulose is a polysaccharide and a primary component of plant cell walls.
5

Which polymer is used in foam packaging?

Polystyrene

Monomer

Poly

Styrene

Easy  82% got this right

Polystyrene is used for foam packaging like Styrofoam.
6

What type of polymer softens upon heating and can be reshaped multiple times?

Thermoplastics

Thermometer

Thermomomomo

Thermoplasticool

Easy  88% got this right

Thermoplastics soften upon heating and can be reshaped multiple times.
7

Which polymerization method involves unsaturated monomers?

Addition polymerization

Chain polymerization

Condensation polymerization

Step-growth polymerization

78% got this right

Addition polymerization involves unsaturated monomers with double bonds.
8

What is a key factor influencing polymerization?

Temperature

Monomers

The state of living

Thermometer

Easy  82% got this right

Temperature affects reaction rates and can lead to side reactions.
9

Which polymer is used in medical implants?

Biocompatible polymers

Nylon

Polyethylene

Polystyrene

Easy  84% got this right

Biocompatible polymers are critical for medical implants.
10

Which polymer is used in plastic bags?

Low-density polyethylene

High-density polyethylene

Nylon

Polystyrene

78% got this right

LDPE is flexible and commonly used in plastic bags.