Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Polymerisation

Polymerisation — practice question

Polyurethanes are polymers formed when a diisocyanate reacts with a diol, as illustrated. $R^1$ and $R^2$ represent hydrocarbon groups. Lycra® is a polyurethane produced from the diisocyanate $P$ and $\text{HOCH}_2\text{CH}_2\text{OH}$.
(a(i))[1]

State the molecular formula of $P$.

(a(ii))[2]

Draw the repeat unit of Lycra®.

(a(iii))[2]

Lycra® fibres are strong because of the intermolecular forces between the polymer chains. Complete the table to identify two intermolecular forces that cause this property and the group(s) involved.

(b)[3]

Give one example of each of the following polymer types: synthetic polyamide; synthetic polyester; conducting polymer; non-solvent based adhesive.

(c(iii))[2]

Lycra$^{\text{\textregistered}}$ fibres are strong because of the intermolecular forces between the polymer chains. Complete the table to identify two intermolecular forces that are responsible for this property and the group(s) involved.

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