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Explain that polymers are extensive molecules formed from numerous smaller units known as monomers.

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceOrganic chemistryCore content

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Explain that polymers are extensive molecules formed from numerous smaller units known as monomers

  • This point belongs to Polymers, especially Polymers outcomes.
  • You need to be able to explain that polymers are extensive molecules formed from numerous smaller units known as monomers.
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Polymers in Daily Life

Polymers are used in products such as plastics, rubber, and textiles. They are formed from monomers through a process called polymerization.

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    Explain how polymers are formed from monomers.

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