RET Teaching Module 29: Properties of Polymers and Solubility

Overview

In this module, students will be introduced to the exciting world of polymer chemistry by investigating the various unique properties of polymers. After an introductory activity in which students learn about the properties of polymers, a class discussion and a lecture will solidify their understanding of the material with a particular focus on how molecular structure influences macroscopic properties. As an assessment, students will relate the properties of these polymers to their molecular structure, and use their new knowledge of polymers and their properties to choose the best solvent for a variety of laboratory tasks. The students will also understand the important roles polymers play in the field of nanotechnology.

After completing this module, student should be able to:

• Describe the general structures of synthetic polymers.
• Describe the general properties of synthetic polymers.
• Predict the solubility of various polymers in various solvents and justify their choices using the structures of each molecule.
• Apply their knowledge of polymer properties to a real-life problem.

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Included in this Module:

• Teacher Guide
• Polymers Presentation
• Polymers Lab Activity
• Worksheet and Lab Assessment
• Polymer Video
• Additional Teacher Resources

Samples of the materials

• Teacher Guide
• Polymers Presentation

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