Select from the polymers below when answering the questions.
Terylene, PTFE, nylon, starch, poly(propene), PVC, protein, polyester, poly(ethene).
Any polymer may be used once, more than once, or not used at all.
(a)[1]
Which polymer is made from propene?
(b)[1]
Which polymer will form hydrogen chloride when combusted?
(c)[1]
Which polymer can be hydrolysed to produce amino acids?
(d)[1]
Which polymer can be hydrolysed to form simple sugars?
(e)[1]
Which polymer contains the same linkage as a fat?
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Poly(propene)” …