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What are the different methods used to synthesize smart polymers, and how do the properties of smart polymers differ from those of conventional polymers?

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How can we use size-exclusion chromatography for determining the molecular weight distribution of polymers?

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What is the difference between size exclusion chromatography and gel permeation chromatography as methods for polymer characterization? Which one is better-suited for determining the molecular weight distribution of a polymer sample? Justify your answer.

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What are the most promising polymer materials and composite structures being developed for use in aerospace applications, and how do their mechanical and thermal properties compare to existing materials?

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Which polymer-based membrane material(s) show the best performance for removing heavy metals from wastewater in the context of water treatment?

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What factors affect the crystallization process of a polymer and how do they impact the polymer's ultimate morphology?

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What polymers can be used to make pressure-sensitive adhesives, and how do their structures and properties affect their adhesion capabilities?

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What is the mechanism behind the responsiveness of polymer-based smart materials to external stimuli and how can this be utilized in the development of novel applications?

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What are the different stimuli-responsive behaviors exhibited by polymer-based smart materials and how do these behaviors make these materials useful in various applications such as sensing, drug delivery, and tissue engineering?

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How can we use polymer-based sensors and actuators to detect and measure the concentration of a specific molecule in a mixture? Provide examples of polymers that have been successfully used for this purpose and explain the mechanism of their detection.

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How do different types of polymer-based packaging materials (e.g. polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, etc.) affect the environment during their production, use, and disposal, and what steps can be taken to reduce their environmental impact?

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What is the impact of different polymer-based packaging materials on the environment, including their decomposition rate and potential toxic effects on ecosystems?

asked Feb 14 in Polymer Chemistry by HenryWalden (1.6k points)

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What are the different types of polymer-based packaging materials and how do they impact the environment differently in terms of their biodegradability and recycling potential?

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What are the key properties that make polymer-based electronic materials suitable for use in flexible and portable electronic devices?

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How can we use polymer-based drug delivery systems to improve the efficacy and safety of cancer chemotherapy drugs?

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What are the mechanical and thermal properties of polymer-based composites used in aerospace applications, and how do they compare to traditional metal alloys?

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What is the effect of different polymer-based coatings on the corrosion resistance of metal surfaces?

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What is the effect of different types of polymer-based coatings and paints on the durability and aging resistance of metallic surfaces?

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What are the mechanical properties of a polymer-based biomaterial that would make it suitable for tissue engineering applications, and how can these properties be optimized through chemical modifications to the polymer?

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What are the different types of polymer-based adhesives and sealants and how do their chemical structures affect their performance in bonding and sealing applications?

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