Large molecules formed when very small molecules called
monomers join together
Held together with strong covalent bonds
Insulators of heat and electricity
Properties
Polymers
Flexible
Cheaper than other materials
Plastic bags
water pipes
Uses
Clothing
Non-metallic solids
High melting points
Excellent insulators of heat and electricity
Properties
Tend to be brittle (not very flexible)
Strong and hardwearng
Dont degrade or corrode
Porcelain plates
Ceramics Materials and the
Clay is a mineral formed from weathered and decomposed rock
Can be moulded when wet Clay ceramics
Ideal for bricks when hardened
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