PINEDA, CRISTIAN PAUL, C.

CEIT-04-601A
MSE M (01:30 – 03:30p) MAY 15, 2023
POLYMERS
Research Work
1. What are the 5 polymers?
- The 5 types of polymers are PVC, Nylon, Polystyrene. Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon),
and Polymethyl methacrylate (Perspex).

2. What is the meaning of PLA?

- Polylactic acid, also known as PLA, is a thermoplastic monomer derived from renewable,
organic sources such as corn starch or sugar cane.

3. What is the meaning of PGA?

- Polyglycolic acid (PGA) is a biodegradable, thermoplastic polymer and the simplest linear,
aliphatic polyester.

4. What are the 4 types of polymers?

- The 4 basic types of polymers according to structure are linear, branched, crosslinked, and
networked

5. 2 types of fibers?
- The fibers from polymers are polyamide nylon. PBT and PET polyesters.

6. Types of synthetic fibers.

- There are many types of synthetic fibers. These are: Polyester, Spandex, Polyamide,
Triacetate, Nylon, Lyocell and Acrylic.

7. Why is polymer important?

- Polymers help us to save energy, with lighter vehicles and insulated buildings; package
consumable goods; reduce land use and fertilizers, thanks to synthetic fibers; preserve other
materials using coatings; and save lives by way of countless medical applications.

8. 3 types of classifications of polymers.

- The three types of polymers based on its classifications are Thermoplastics, Thermosets
and Elastomers.

9. Who invented polymers?

- The first polymer was invented by John Wesley Hyatt, who was inspired by a New York
firm's offer of $10,000 for anyone who could provide a substitute for ivory.

10. Original source of polymers.

- Polymers abound in nature. Cellulose, the material that makes up the cell walls of plants, is a
very common natural polymer.
11. Examples of naturally occurring polymers.
- Examples of naturally occurring polymers are silk, wool, DNA, cellulose and proteins.

12. Most common natural polymers.

- The most common natural polymers are Proteins and Polysaccharides.

13. What are the 4 types of polymers?

- The 4 basic types of polymers according to structure are linear, branched, crosslinked, and
networked.

14. What are the 3 main polymers?

- The three types of polymers based on its classifications are Thermoplastics, Thermosets
and Elastomers.

15. What are the seven most common types of synthetic organic polymers
- The seven most common types of synthetic organic polymers are: low density polyethylene
(LDPE), high density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC),
polystyrene (PS), nylon, Teflon, and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU).

16. What are the 6 groups of natural polymers?

- Cellulose, nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, rubber, and chiton

17. What are the 5 types of polymers and define each.

- PVC - a synthetic thermoplastic material made by polymerizing vinyl chloride. The

properties depend on the added plasticizer. 
- Nylon - Nylon is a generic designation for a family of synthetic polymers composed of
polyamide, which are repeating units linked by amide links. Nylon is a silk-like
thermoplastic, usually made from petroleum, that can be melt-processed into fibers, films, or
shapes.
- Polystyrene - polystyrene, a hard, stiff, brilliantly transparent synthetic resin produced by the
polymerization of styrene. It is widely employed in the food-service industry as rigid trays
and containers, disposable eating utensils, and foamed cups, plates, and bowls.
- Teflon - Teflon is a synthetic chemical that is made up of carbon and fluorine atoms. It
provides a nonreactive, nonstick and almost frictionless surface. The nonstick surface makes
Teflon-coated cookware convenient. They are good to use and easy to clean.
- Polymethyl methacrylate - Polymethyl methacrylate, or PMMA, is known by many
different names, including Plexiglas and acrylic. The biocompatibility of PMMA material has
gained it the medical moniker of “bone cement.” PMMA is often used as a lighter, shatter-
resistant alternative to glass in everything from windows, aquariums and hockey rinks.