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10.3 Polymers

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Question 7
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Why are many addition polymers persistent in landfill?

[1]
A

Their monomer units are joined by weak forces

B

They still contain C=C double bonds

C

They dissolve only very slowly in rainwater

D

They are not readily biodegradable

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10.3 Polymers Questions

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37 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 10.3 Polymers, covering 10.3.1 Addition polymerisation of alkenes, 10.3.2 Uses and properties of polymers, 10.3.3 Condensation polymers and polyesters, 10.3.4 Problems with polymers and recycling, and 10.3.5 Natural polymers: DNA, starch and proteins. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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