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Identify the monomer that would produce poly(propene) and describe its structure.

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Reactions of alkenes and alcohols (chemistry only)

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Identify the monomer that would produce poly(propene) and describe its structure.

Answer

The monomer that produces poly(propene) is propene, which has the molecular formula C3H6. Its structure includes a carbon-carbon double bond between two carbon atoms, with the third carbon bonded to one of them, making it an alkene.

Explanation

This question assesses the student's ability to recognize the monomer for a specific polymer and describe its structural features. It tests knowledge of both the polymer and its corresponding monomer. This response is aligned to Polymerisation and naturally occurring polymers because it explains recognise addition polymers and monomers from diagrams and from the presence of the C=C functional group in the monomers using the correct AQA GCSE Chemistry organic context. Keep molecular formula, structural formula, displayed formula, and general formula distinct. Do not confuse alkanes with alkenes, saturated with unsaturated, cracking with combustion, polymers with monomers, or hydrocarbons with oxygen-containing alcohols and carboxylic acids. When formulae are used, preserve the stored notation exactly and explain the GCSE chemistry idea in words rather than using unsupported displayed-formula diagrams.

Common mistake

Identifying Addition Polymers

Students often confuse addition polymers with condensation polymers, failing to recognize that addition polymers are formed from monomers with C=C functional groups.

Focus on the structure of the monomers; remember that addition polymers are made from monomers that contain a carbon-carbon double bond (C=C) and do not lose any small molecules during polymerization.

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