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Polymers

Question
CBSEENCH12009357

What is the difference between polyacrylates and polyesters?

Solution

Polyacrylates

Polyesters

1.These are addition polymers.

1.These are condensation polymers having an ester linkage.

2.These are synthesised from various types of acrylic monomers.

Terylene is synthesised by the condensation of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid.