Chemistry Macromolecules / Biochemistry BUMHS 2024
PMDC Verified Question 7 of 47
The polymer formed single type of monomer is called
A
Copolymer
B
Homopolymer
C
Terpolymer
D
Thermosetting polymer
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option B: Homopolymer
Concept:

Polymers are classified by the homogeneity of their repeating monomeric units.

Formula:

$$ \text{M} + \text{M} + \text{M} \dots \rightarrow \text{-[M]}_n\text{-} $$

Solution:

  • When a polymer chain consists entirely of copies of exactly one type of monomer, it is referred to as a homopolymer (homo- meaning 'same').
  • Examples include polyethylene (only ethene monomers) or starch (only glucose monomers).


Why other options are incorrect:

A copolymer consists of two different types of monomers (like Nylon-6,6). A terpolymer consists of three different monomers. A thermosetting polymer refers to cross-linking response to heat, not monomer composition.

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