ASSIGNMENT - I
Module -1 : Polymer Chemistry
S. Questions Marks K CO’s
No. Level
PART – A (8 x 1 = 8)
1 Which of the following is NOT a feature of addition 1 K1 CO1
polymerization?
a) The polymer retains the double bond of the monomer.
b) It requires an initiator.
c) The reaction involves the opening of double bonds.
d) It can be used to make various types of plastics.
2 What is the main characteristic of condensation polymerization? 1 K1 CO1
a) No small molecules are released during the reaction.
b) It involves the formation of a cyclic structure.
c) Small molecules (e.g., water) are released as by-products.
d) It can only occur with ionic monomers
3 Which of the following is an advantage of thermoplastics over 1 K1 CO1
thermosetting plastics?
a) Higher thermal stability
b) Ability to be reprocessed
c) Greater mechanical strength
d) Better electrical insulation
4 Which of the following is NOT a property of Teflon? 1 K1 CO1
a) Chemical resistance
b) High elasticity
c) Low friction
d) Non-stickiness
5 Which polymer is widely used in the production of water bottles? 1 K1 CO1
a) Polyethylene (PE)
b) Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
c) Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
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d) Polystyrene (PS)
6 Which characteristic is NOT associated with Bakelite? 1 K1 CO1
a) High durability
b) High heat resistance
c) Low chemical resistance
d) Rigid structure
7 What is Dacron? 1 K1 CO1
a) A type of natural fiber
b) A brand of polyester
c) A type of nylon
d) A thermoplastic plastic
8 Which of the following is a drawback of conducting polymers 1 K1 CO1
compared to metals?
a) Higher cost
b) Lower conductivity
c) Heavier weight
d) Less flexibility
PART – B (10 x 2 = 20)
9 Define the degree of polymerization (DP). 2 K1 CO1
10 What is a copolymer? 2 K1 CO1
11 What are the advantages of plastics over metals? 2 K1 CO1
12 Differentiate between addition polymerization and condensation 2 K1 CO1
polymerization.
13 What are thermosetting and thermoplastic polymers? Give examples 2 K1 CO1
for each.
14 Why thermosetting plastics cannot be remolded? 2 K1 CO1
15 What is Teflon and how is it prepared? 2 K1 CO1
16 List the uses of PVC. 2 K2 CO1
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17 Define biodegradable polymers. 2 K2 CO1
18 What are conducting polymers? 2 K1 CO1
PART – C (2 x 11 = 22) CO1
19 (i) Discuss the mechanism of free radical polymerization. 5 K2 CO1
(ii) Describe the preparation, properties and uses of Nylon 6, 6 and 6 K2 CO1
Dacron.
20 (i) Distinguish between Thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics. 5 K2 CO1
(ii) How are the following polymers prepared? Give their uses. 6 K2 CO1
(a) Kevlar (b) Bakelite
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