Synthetic and naturally occurring polymers (chemistry only)

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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:

Displayed formula of Compound A (propyl acrylate)

a.

Describe the observations when Compound A is shaken with bromine water.

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Compound A has the molecular formula C6H10O2\text{C}_6\text{H}_{10}\text{O}_2C6​H10​O2​. Write a balanced chemical equation for the complete combustion of Compound A.

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c.

Many molecules of Compound A join together to form Polymer B.

What type of polymer is Polymer B?

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d.

Polymer B melts when heated. What word is used to describe polymers that melt when heated?

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