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How can Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) be used to determine the glass transition temperature of a polymer? Provide a step-by-step explanation of the DMA technique and its application to polymer characterization.

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How can polymer-based sensors be utilized to detect specific gases in an industrial process environment?

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How can polymer-based sensors be used to detect and measure the concentration of a specific gas or chemical in the environment?

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How can polymer-based sensors and actuators be used to detect and respond to changes in temperature?

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How can polymer-based composite materials be developed to meet the stringent requirements for use in aerospace applications, such as high strength, durability, and resistance to extreme temperatures and environmental factors?

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by ErikaStephen (2.4k points)

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How can polymer chain length distribution be determined using gel permeation chromatography and what are the limitations and advantages of this technique?

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How can one improve the compatibility of two different polymers in a blend while maintaining their desired properties?

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How can one design and synthesize a polymer-based optical material with a high refractive index for potential use in optical devices such as lenses or waveguides?

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by RamiroShockl (2.3k points)

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How can improving the polymer electrolyte in a lithium-ion battery affect its performance and stability over time?

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by ValentinStec (1.9k points)

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How can gel permeation chromatography (GPC) be used to determine the molecular weight distribution of a polymer sample? What are the advantages and limitations of using GPC compared to other polymer characterization techniques?

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by ChristiKobay (2.0k points)

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How can Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) be used to characterize the chemical structure of polymers? Provide an example of a specific polymer and discuss the relevant spectral features that would be observed in an FTIR spectrum.

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by HeleneHoward (2.0k points)

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How can Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) be used to identify the chemical composition of a polymer sample?

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How can Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) be used to identify different functional groups present in a polymer sample and how can the information obtained from FTIR spectra assist in characterization of the polymer?

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by ElenaBriscoe (2.1k points)

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How can Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) be used to determine the glass transition temperature of a polymer? Provide a step-by-step explanation of the DMA technique and its application to polymer characterization.

asked Feb 5 in Polymer Chemistry by MitchelBeaul (1.9k points)

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Here's a precise problem for the student to solve: What is the effect of molecular weight and temperature on the shear viscosity of a polymer melt, and how does this relationship change for different types of polymer structures (e.g. linear, branched, or cross-linked)?

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by MorganMaguir (2.0k points)

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Develop a polymer-based composite that can withstand extreme heat and high stress conditions, making it suitable for use in turbine engine components in aerospace applications.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by TysonNettles (1.5k points)

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Design and synthesize a polymer-based smart material that can undergo reversible changes in response to changes in temperature or pH, and explain the mechanism behind these changes using chemical principles.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by AundreaWhitf (1.8k points)

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Design and develop a polymer-based sensor that can detect the presence of ethanol in water up to a concentration of 50 mg/L with high sensitivity and selectivity. Evaluate the performance of the sensor and compare it with other existing ethanol sensors in terms of sensitivity, selectivity, response time, and stability.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by LaunaRxf8120 (1.7k points)

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Design a polymer-based smart material that changes color when exposed to a specific chemical or environmental stimulus. How would you choose the appropriate polymer and chemical to achieve this objective? What factors would you consider in optimizing the material's response time and sensitivity?

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by BriannaFauld (1.6k points)

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Design a polymer-based sensor that can measure the pH of a solution. Provide details on the properties of the polymer, the mechanism of sensing and the range of pH measurements that the sensor can detect.

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