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Condensation polymerisation

Condensation polymerisation

Two monomers joining in a condensation reaction, with an OH group and H removed to form water A condensation polymer forms when many monomers join into a long chain. Every time a new link forms, a small molecule is released, usually water.

10.3.3 Condensation polymers and polyesters Lesson

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  2. /Chemistry
  3. /10.3.3 Condensation polymers and polyesters

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 10.3.3 Condensation polymers and polyesters. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Nail the core quantitative topics — moles, balancing equations and calculations — early on, since they underpin higher-tier questions across every paper and topic.

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