Polyox - Movement Reactive Smart Material, 50g

Code: SE233-004 24

Polyox (polyethylene oxide) is a non-toxic, long-chain polymer with a high molar mass. Because of extensive hydrogen bonding it is soluble in water. A solution of Polyox (approximately 1% w/v) beha...


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Polyox (polyethylene oxide) is a non-toxic, long-chain polymer with a high molar mass. Because of extensive hydrogen bonding it is soluble in water. A solution of Polyox (approximately 1% w/v) behaves as an ‘elastic liquid’ and will ‘self-siphon’. If you quickly drag some of the solution from a beaker with a spatula or spoon, it will continue to move out of the beaker. You can even draw it up into a syringe when the tip of the syringe is above the liquid level.

  • Molecular mass = 4,000,000 g/mol
  • 5g is sufficient to make about 500cm3 of fluid
  • Supplied in 50g pack
  • Use of a magnetic stirrer is recommended
  • Please note: propan-2-ol is required for use with this item, and use of a magnetic stirrer is recommended

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