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The historical development of condensation polymers
(polyamides and polyesters) (Storyline DP2 and DP3). |
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How to distinguish between addition and condensation polymerisation. |
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Predicting the structural formulaof the condensation polymer formed
from given monomer(s) and vice versa. |
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The hydrolysis of esters. |
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Be able to recognise members of the following homologous series:
amines, amides. |
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The use of systematic nomenclature to name primary amines. |
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The characteristic properties of the amino group, including basic
nature and acylation. |
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The reaction of a primary amine and an acyl chloride to produce an
amide. |
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The hydrolysis of an amide (Activity DP2.2). |
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The procedure for purifying a solid organic product (Activity DP2.2). |
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The properties of condensation polymers in terms of intermolecular
attractions. |
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The effect of temperature changes on polymers. |
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The relationship between the properties of polymers and their
molecular structures. |
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The ways that chemists can modify the properties of a polymer by
physical and chemical means (including the use of co-polymers), to meet
particular needs. |
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The use of given data to design a polymer for a particular purpose. |
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The disposal and recycling of polymers. |
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