This question is about monomers and polymers.
Compound A is propyl acrylate, which possesses both an alkene functional group and an ester functional group.
The displayed formula of Compound A is shown below:
a.[2]
Describe the observations when Compound A is shaken with bromine water.
b.[2]
Compound A has the molecular formula C6H10O2\text{C}_6\text{H}_{10}\text{O}_2C6H10O2. Write a balanced chemical equation for the complete combustion of Compound A.
c.[1]
Many molecules of Compound A join together to form Polymer B.
What type of polymer is Polymer B?
d.[1]
Polymer B melts when heated. What word is used to describe polymers that melt when heated?