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    This document summarizes several common polymers, including their chemical names, repeating units, and examples of uses. It lists 6 polymers - poly(ethene), poly(chloroethene), poly(propene), poly(phenylethene), poly(tetrafluoroethene), and poly(2-methylpropenoate) - and provides basic information about each, including their common names, repeating molecular units, and applications like plastic bags, insulation, cookware, and more.

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    This document summarizes several common polymers, including their chemical names, repeating units, and examples of uses. It lists 6 polymers - poly(ethene), poly(chloroethene), poly(propene), poly(phenylethene), poly(tetrafluoroethene), and poly(2-methylpropenoate) - and provides basic information about each, including their common names, repeating molecular units, and applications like plastic bags, insulation, cookware, and more.

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    Polymeres Activity 2

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    Mohab Mqattash
    This document summarizes several common polymers, including their chemical names, repeating units, and examples of uses. It lists 6 polymers - poly(ethene), poly(chloroethene), poly(propene), poly(phenylethene), poly(tetrafluoroethene), and poly(2-methylpropenoate) - and provides basic information about each, including their common names, repeating molecular units, and applications like plastic bags, insulation, cookware, and more.

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     Summary:

    Polymer Common name Repeating unit Examples of uses

    Poly(ethene) polythene Plastic bags


    Water pipes

    Poly(chloroethene) Polyvinylchloride(PVC) Electrical insulation


    and water pipes

    Poly(propene) polypropylene Used in sealants and


    roofing.
    Carpeting and
    clothing

    Poly(phenylethene) polystyrene Thermal insulation


    and packaging

    Poly(tetrafluoroethene) PTFE, Teflon Non-stick pans

    Poly(2- Perspex Cast objects, e.g.


    methylpropenoate) domestic baths.
    Replacement for
    glass

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