A-LevelChemistryPolymerisationFeb/Mar 2018Paper 1 Q371 Mark
Poly(ethene) and PVC are examples of addition polymers. Which statements are correct? 1 On combustion, PVC can produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and hydrogen chloride. 2 When poly(ethene) is buried in a landfill site, it will not significantly biodegrade. 3 The empirical formula of an addition polymer is the same as that of the monomer.
A1, 2 and 3 are correct
B1 and 2 only are correct
C2 and 3 only are correct
D1 only is correct
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