Formation,Uses of nylon and terylene

Formation of nylon

• The monomers used are carboxylic acids and amines

• The monomers are joined together by amide linkages to form a polyamide. A molecule of water is eliminated.

Formation of Terylene

• The monomers used are carboxylic acids and alcohols.

• The monomers are joined together by ester linkages to form a polyester. A molecule of water is also eliminated. Terylene and nylon are examples of condensation polymers.

Uses of nylon and terylene

• Nylon and terylene are made into synthetic fibres.

• Nylon fibres are used to make ropes, fishing lines, strings for rackets and cloth for making raincoats, tents and parachutes.

• Terylene fibres are used to make clothings.