2 x 1 hour lessons

This module focuses on the chemistry of polymers, including both addition and condensation polymerisation. You’ll revisit how monomers link to form long-chain molecules, learn to identify repeating units, and explore the environmental implications of polymer use and disposal.

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By the end of this module you will be able to:

• Identify monomers and draw the repeating units of addition polymers

• Recognise condensation polymerisation and predict the structure of the polymer from its monomers

• Distinguish between addition and condensation polymers

• Understand the roles of dicarboxylic acids, diols, and diamines in condensation reactions

• Explain issues around the biodegradability and disposal of synthetic polymers

AQA Specification Points:

3.13 Addition polymers

3.29 Condensation polymers

3.30 Biodegradability and disposal of polymers