Understanding Polymers and Making Slime

What is the primary characteristic that defines a polymer?

• A type of metal

• A specific chemical formula

• A type of gas

• A way of constructing materials

How do the molecular chains in slime differ from those in rubber?

• Slime chains are loosely connected, while rubber chains have some bonds

• Slime chains are made of metal, while rubber chains are made of plastic

• Slime chains are shorter than rubber chains

• Slime chains are tightly bonded, while rubber chains are not

What makes plastic polymers different from rubber polymers?

• Plastic polymers are more colorful

• Plastic polymers are more rigid

• Plastic polymers are more flexible

• Plastic polymers are less dense

What is the first step in making slime?

• Mixing food coloring

• Adding liquid starch

• Adding soap

• Pouring white glue

What ingredient is added to bond the polymers and create slime?

• Food coloring

• Soap

• Water

• Liquid starch