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What do drinking bottles and nylon have in common? They are both made with a condensation reaction. The video discusses how polymers join in a condensation reaction. It details the results of the reaction and why they combine in that particular way using multiple examples.
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Instructional Ideas
- Remind pupils that all polymers have a long repeating chain not just a long chain of unique units
- Use this site:
http://www.bottledwater.org/education/recycling/pet-facts to learn why PET plastics are better for the environment than many other types of plastic
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of polymers and chemical structures
Pros
- Mentions when people use this in business and industry — a great real-world connection
- Lists the chemical formula names along with the chemical structures
Cons
- None