The document discusses the classification and properties of different types of polymers. Polymers are classified based on their mode of polymerization into addition polymers and condensation polymers. They are also classified based on molecular forces into elastomers, fibers, thermoplastic polymers, thermosetting polymers, and natural rubber. Examples of various polymers are provided along with their common uses such as nylon 6 for tire cords and fabrics and nylon 6,6 for textiles. Teflon is noted for its chemical inertness and use in non-stick coatings.
1 of 12
Downloaded 13 times
More Related Content
Polymers
1. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
CLASSIFICATION
2. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Addition polymers
CLASSIFICATION BASED
ON MODE OFPOLYMERISATION
3. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Condensation polymers
CLASSIFICATION BASED
ON MODE OFPOLYMERISATION
4. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Elastomers
CLASSIFICATION BASED ON
MOLECULAR FORCES
In these elastomeric polymers, the
polymer chains are held together by
theweakest intermolecular forces.
Eg.-buna-S, buna-N, neoprene, etc.
5. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Fibres
CLASSIFICATION BASED ON
MOLECULAR FORCES
Fibres are the thread forming solids
which possess high tensilestrength and
high modulus.
Eg.- polyamides (nylon 6, 6), polyesters
(terylene), etc.
6. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Thermoplastic polymers
CLASSIFICATION BASED ON
MOLECULAR FORCES
These are the linear or slightly branched
long chain moleculescapable of
repeatedly softening on heating and
hardening on cooling.
Eg,-polythene, polystyrene, polyvinyls, etc.
7. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Thermosetting polymers
CLASSIFICATION BASED ON
MOLECULAR FORCES
These polymers are cross linked or heavily
branched molecules,which on heating
undergo extensive cross linking in moulds
andagain become infusible.
Eg.-bakelite, urea-formaldelyde resins, etc
8. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Rubber is a natural polymer and
possesses elastic properties.
It ismanufactured from rubber latex.
Natural rubber may be considered as a
linear polymer ofisoprene (2-methyl-1, 3-
butadiene) and is also called as cis - 1, 4 -
polyisoprene.
NATURAL RUBBER
9. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
NATURAL RUBBER
Natural rubber becomes soft at high
temperature (>335 K) and brittle at low
temperatures (<283 K) and shows high
water absorption capacity.
10. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Nylon 6 is used for the manufacture of
tyre cords, fabrics andropes.
NYLON 6
11. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Nylon 6, 6 is used in making sheets,
bristles for brushes andin textile industry.
NYLON 6,6
12. STUDYDUNIYA
The Educational Social Network
C H E M I S T R Y - O R G A N I C -
P O L Y M E R S
IIT JEE @studyduniya +91 7744994714
Teflon is chemicallyinert and resistant to
attack by corrosive reagents.
It is used inmaking oil seals and gaskets
and also used for non stick surface
coated utensils.
POLYTETRAFLUOROETHENE (TEFLON)