Organic Chemistry

Study of carbon-containing compounds and their reactions.

Structure and Bonding in Organic MoleculesFunctional Groups and Organic NomenclatureTypes of Organic Reactions
Stereochemistry: 3D Shapes of MoleculesSpectroscopy and Organic AnalysisOrganic Chemistry in Biological Systems
Pharmaceuticals and Drug DesignPlastics and Polymers in Everyday LifeFood Chemistry and Nutrition
Mastering Organic StructuresApproaching Reaction Mechanisms
Structure and Bondin...Functional Groups an...Types of Organic Rea...Stereochemistry: 3D ...Spectroscopy and Org...Organic Chemistry in...Pharmaceuticals and ...Plastics and Polymer...Food Chemistry and N...Mastering Organic St...Approaching Reaction...
Practical Applications

Plastics and Polymers in Everyday Life

Where Do Plastics Come From?

Plastics are made from organic molecules called polymers—long chains built from repeating units (monomers). By changing the monomers and structure, chemists create materials with different properties.

Common Polymers

  • Polyethylene: Used in plastic bags and bottles.
  • Polyvinyl chloride (PVC): Pipes and window frames.
  • Nylon: Clothing and ropes.

Why It Matters

Polymers have revolutionized technology, packaging, and even medicine (like biodegradable stitches).

Real World Connections

Recycling and creating biodegradable plastics are new frontiers in polymer chemistry.

Examples

  • Making water bottles from PET plastic.

  • Using biodegradable polymers in surgical sutures.

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