1. Polymers!
Polymer: A large complex, carbon based molecule built from smaller molecules joined together.
The small molecules are called monomers.

2. Each of these represents a monomer.

3. The process of joining molecules into long chains is called polymerization.

4. Natural occurring polymers: Cotton, wool, and jute
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Natural occurring polymers:
Cotton, wool, and jute

5. Two polymers can be crosslinked between them!
Show Discovery video and PH video on polymers and recycling (successnet)