Question

What are polymers prepared in laboratories known as?

Answer 1

Polymer

• The term "polymer" is derived from two Greek words: poly (many) and mer (unit or part).
• The term polymer refers to extremely big molecules with a high molecular mass.

Synthetic polymers

• The polymers that are prepared in the lab are known as synthetic polymers.
• Examples of synthetic polymers are polythene, Buna-S, Cellulose acetate, nylon-6,6 etc.
• Synthetic polymers are widely used in everyday life.