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Matching properties to uses

Matching properties to uses

Flowchart matching poly(ethene), poly(propene), PVC and PTFE to their properties and uses

A polymer is chosen for a job because of what it does. Important properties include flexibility, strength, rigidity, resistance to chemicals, electrical insulation and behaviour when heated.

10.3.2 Uses and properties of polymers Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /10.3.2 Uses and properties of polymers

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 10.3.2 Uses and properties of polymers. 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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