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PolyTetraFluoroEthene

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Key Stage 3

Key Stage 4

Meaning

PolyTetraFluoroEthene is a polymer made from the polymerisation of TetraFluoroEthene monomers.

About Polythene

PolyTetraFluoroEthene is used in non-stick pans.
PolyTetraFluoroEthene is sometimes referred to as PTFE or by the trademark TeflonTM is formed.
A structural diagram of PolyTetraFluoroEthene.

Beyond the Curriculum

NB: Ethylene is another word for ethene.


References

AQA

PTFE, pages 74-5, GCSE Chemistry; Student Book, Collins, AQA