Inquiry question: What are the properties and uses of polymers?
Students:
● model and compare the structure, properties and uses of addition polymers of ethylene and related monomers, for example:
– polyethylene (PE)
– polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
– polystyrene (PS)
– polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) (ACSCH136)
● model and compare the structure, properties and uses of condensation polymers, for example:
– nylon
– polyesters
Extract from Chemistry Stage 6 Syllabus © 2017 NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)