Quiz on Polymers and Chemical Reactions

Which of the following is a natural polymer?

• Polyethylene

• Nylon

• Cellulose

• Polystyrene

Synthetic polymers are made mainly from:

• Metals

• Crude oil derivatives

• Water

• Sand

Which property is common to most synthetic polymers?

• Biodegradability

• High resistance to corrosion

• Solubility in water

• Naturally occurring

A major environmental problem caused by synthetic polymers is

• Excessive biodegradation

• Accumulation in landfills and oceans

• Rapid formation in soil

• Becoming water-soluble

Which synthetic polymer is widely used in food packaging?

• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

• Polystyrene (PS)

• Polyethylene (PE)

• Cellulose

Which of the following is not a ceramic material?

• Porcelain

• Glass

• Brick

• Polypropylene

Choose the property that pertains to ceramics.

• Flexible and conductive

• Hard, brittle, and heat-resistant

• Soft and malleable

• Biodegradable

What is a composite material?

• A mixture of two or more metals

• A combination of two or more materials

• A natural polymer

• made of pure ceramics

Which of the following is a natural composite?

• Fiberglass

• Plywood

• Nylon

• PVC

Fiberglass is an example of a

• Natural composite

• Synthetic composite

• Ceramic

• Polymer