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Lesson 8: Structure and Applications of Polymers

  • Overview
  • What is a Polymer?
  • Natural Polymers
  • Plastics
  • Reading Assignment 1
  • Polymer Formation
  • Thermoplastic and Thermosetting Polymers
  • Basic Polymer Structure
  • Reading Assignment 2
  • What are Scientists Doing Now to Improve Polymers?
  • Video Assignment
  • Summary and Final Tasks

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  • Welcome to MATSE 81!
    • Lesson 1: Materials Classification
    • Lesson 2: Economic, Environmental, and Societal Issues in Materials Science
    • Lesson 3: Atomic Structure and Bonding
    • Lesson 4: Mechanical Properties
    • Lesson 5: Structure and Applications of Metals
    • Lesson 6: Types and Applications of Metal Alloys
    • Lesson 7: Structure and Applications of Ceramics
    • Lesson 8: Structure and Applications of Polymers
      • Overview
      • What is a Polymer?
      • Natural Polymers
      • Plastics
      • Reading Assignment 1
      • Polymer Formation
      • Thermoplastic and Thermosetting Polymers
      • Basic Polymer Structure
      • Reading Assignment 2
      • What are Scientists Doing Now to Improve Polymers?
      • Video Assignment
      • Summary and Final Tasks
    • Lesson 9: Types and Applications of Composites
    • Lesson 10: Synthesis, Fabrication, and Processing of Materials
    • Lesson 11: Biomaterials and Smart Materials
    • Lesson 12: Semiconductors and Nanomaterials
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