Crystallinity in Polymers
AimsBefore you startIntroductionCrystalline and amorphous polymersSpherulites and optical propertiesPolymer stress-strain curveTensile testing of polyethyleneSummaryQuestionsGoing furtherTLP creditsTLP contentsShow all contentViewing and downloading resourcesAbout the TLPsTerms of useFeedbackCredits Print this page
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Aims
On completion of this TLP you should:
- Understand the concept of crystallinity in the context of polymeric materials
- Be able to recognise and describe spherulites in semicrystalline polymers
- Understand the mechanical behaviour of a polymer subjected to a uniaxial tensile stress, and the effects this has on the polymer's optical properties.