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Polymers

This box is for children to enjoy at home! Polymers are really long molecules, they are built up from much smaller molecules called monomers. To produce a polymer a chemical reaction takes place to join these monomers together by really strong bonds called covalent bonds.

Instant Snow

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Super Absorbing Polymer

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Self-Pouring Gel

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Fun Facts 

Most Polymers are lightweight and flexible

 

DNA (which is found in all your body cells) is a Polymer

 

Kevlar is a Polymer that is five times stronger than steel and is used in bulletproof vests!

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