Polymers are macromolecules formed by the union of monomers. Name natural polymers and synthetic polymers.

Name a natural polymer.

Natural polymer is:

What are natural and synthetic polymers?

Write two differences between natural and synthetic polymers.

Write the name of one' natural polymer.

Define thermoplastic polymers.

Write the name of one synthetic polymer.

The polymers are finding extensive use in our day today life. Natural polymers are biodegradable but most of the synthetic polymers are non-biodegradable. This is causing a serious environmental problem for the waste disposal. With the increasing use of polymers, the problem of dispersal of waste is also causing alarming curse. Answer the following question : Name two natural polymers and two synthetic polymers which are used as fibres.