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Polymers
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Write the name and structure of one of the common initiators used in free radical addition polymerization.  

Answer

Initiators are the chemicals which are added to start the free radical polymerization reaction. These molecules decompose to give free radicals which start the free radical polymerization, e.g. t– Butyl peroxide, benzoyl peroxide, etc.

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Some More Questions From Polymers Chapter

Classify the following as addition and condensation polymers:
Terylene, Bakelite, Polyvinyl chloride, Polythene.

Explain the difference between Buna-N and Buna-S.

Arrange the following polymers in increasing order of their intermolecular forces.
Nylon 6, 6, Buna-S, Polythene.

Arrange the following polymers in increasing order of their intermolecular forces.
Nylon-6, Neoprene, Polyvinyl chloride.

Explain the terms polymer and monomer.

How do you explain the functionality of a monomer?

Define the term polymerization.

Is (NH—CHR—CO)n, a homopolymer or copolymer?

What is the basic unit of polymer called?