Condensation polymerisation | Review my learning worksheets | 14–16 years

A set of differentiated worksheets for GCSE and equivalent qualifications with answers to identify learning gaps and misconceptions on the topic condensation polymerisation

The worksheets cover: the differences between additional polymerisation and condensation polymerisation; the functional groups of monomers used to make condensation polymers; equations for reactions to produce polyesters using block diagrams; equations for reactions to produce polyesters using structural formulas; the equation for the reaction to produce nylon using block diagrams.

If learners successfully answer questions on these topics, they can attempt the extension questions. This requires learners to describe the experimental procedure of the ’nylon rope trick’ and to complete the equation for the reaction to produce nylon 6,6 using structural formulas.