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Which of the following polymers are non-biodegradable?
polyamides
polyesters
polyalkenes
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What makes polyalkenes resistant to breakdown?
they are chemically reactive
their polymer chains are composed of non-polar, saturated hydrocarbons
their polymer chains are composed of polar, unsaturated hydrocarbons
they are similar to alkenes
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In polyamides, which functional group can be hydrolysed?
amide group
carbonyl group
ester group
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Which of the following is an advantage of landfill burial?
it can emit methane, a potent greenhouse gas
it is relatively inexpensive and straightforward
it is sustainable in the long term
it requires large areas of land
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What is a disadvantage of landfill burial?
it is not a common disposal method
it can lead to soil and water pollution from leaks
it requires prior sorting or separation
it is relatively expensive
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In polyesters, the links (-COO-) are broken down through acid hydrolysis into alcohols and carboxylic acids.
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What is the term for the process by which polyamides and polyesters can break down?
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List three advantages and three disadvantages of recycling polymers.
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