A-LevelChemistryChemical bondingOct/Nov 2016Paper 1 Q321 Mark
A cathedral in New Zealand has been constructed from cardboard. Cardboard contains polymer molecules. Part of one such polymer molecule is shown below. [Figure showing part of a polymer molecule with CH2OH and OH groups] Which statements about this polymer are correct? 1 The polymer molecules can form hydrogen bonds with each other. 2 The polymer can form intermolecular forces with water molecules. 3 The polymer will not burn easily because it is a secondary alcohol.
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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