What is the meaning of polymer?

Answer: A polymer is a larger molecule that is formed by the combination of many smaller molecules of the same kind. They are made of long repeating chains of molecules. The word polymer means many parts. Silk, hair, PVC are examples of polymers. The process by which monomers join together and form polymers is called polymerisation.

Two categories can be used to categorise polymers.

• Natural polymers, also known as biopolymers, include DNA, shellac, keratin, rubber, cellulose, wool, amber, and shellac.
• Chemical reactions, frequently carried out in a lab, are used to create synthetic polymers. PVC (polyvinyl chloride), polystyrene, synthetic rubber, silicone, polyethylene, neoprene, and nylon are a few examples of synthetic polymers.