Exploring Polymers and Slime

What are polymers constructed like?

• A sequence of different molecules

• A chain of identical molecules repeating

• A mixture of liquids and solids

• A collection of atoms

What makes slime a polymer?

• Its color

• Its use in experiments

• Its ability to flow over itself

• Its solid form

What ingredient bonds the polymers in slime together?

• Water

• Food coloring

• Liquid starch

• Soap

What type of slime glows in the dark?

• Foamy slime

• Glow-in-the-dark slime

• Molding slime

• Crunchy slime

What is bioplastic made from?

• Rubber

• Natural materials

• Synthetic materials

• Plastic waste

What happens to bioplastic in the environment?

• It becomes toxic

• It biodegrades into dirt

• It remains unchanged

• It turns into slime

How is a large amount of slime created for experiments?

• By freezing it

• By mixing in a garbage bin

• By adding more water

• By heating it

What is the main difference between latex and rubber?

• Latex is always liquid

• Rubber cannot stretch

• Latex can be natural or synthetic

• Rubber is synthetic

What property of slime is explored by blowing bubbles?

• Its color

• Its stretchiness

• Its taste

• Its smell

Why do we use polystyrene to make shrinkable plastic charms?

• Because it's biodegradable

• Because it expands when heated

• Because it shrinks when heated

• Because it's waterproof