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Polymer Classification Quiz

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What are the two main categories of polymers based on their source?

a)

Thermoplastic and Thermoset

b)

Homopolymer and Copolymer

c)

Natural and Synthetic

d)

Linear and Branched

2.

Which of the following is an example of a natural polymer?

a)

Polystyrene

b)

Nylon 66

c)

Polyester

d)

Cellulose

3.

What type of polymer is formed from a single type of monomer?

a)

Termoset

b)

Termoplastik

c)

Homopolimer

d)

Kopolimer

4.

Which polymer is known for being thermoset?

a)

Polyethylene

b)

Epoxy

c)

Polypropylene

d)

Polystyrene

5.

What is the main characteristic of linear polymers?

a)

They cannot be reshaped.

b)

They have multiple branches.

c)

They consist of a single continuous chain.

d)

They are always rigid.

6.

Which of the following is a property of thermoplastic polymers?

a)

They cannot be remolded.

b)

They soften upon heating.

c)

They are always crystalline.

d)

They have high cross-linking.

7.

What is the primary function of a plasticizer in bioplastics?

a)

To improve color

b)

To increase rigidity

c)

To enhance flexibility

d)

To reduce cost

8.

Which of the following is a characteristic of copolymers?

a)

Made from one type of monomer

b)

Consist of two or more different monomers

c)

Always linear in structure

d)

Have no branching

9.

What is the term for the ability of a material to return to its original shape after deformation?

a)

Plasticity

b)

Elasticity

c)

Brittleness

d)

Ductility

10.

Which of the following polymers is known for its high toughness?

a)

Polyurethane

b)

Polyethylene

c)

Nylon

d)

Polystyrene

11.

What does the term 'yield strength' refer to in materials science?

a)

The stress required to break a material

b)

The stress at which a material begins to deform plastically

c)

The maximum stress a material can withstand

d)

The stress at which a material is completely elastic

12.

Which of the following is a common method for testing the mechanical properties of polymers?

a)

Compression test

b)

Bend test

c)

Tensile test

d)

All of the above

13.

What is the primary factor that affects the toughness of a polymer?

a)

Molecular weight

b)

Temperature

c)

Cross-link density

d)

All of the above