what are addition and condensation polymers? Give one example of each
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Answer:
Common examples of addition polymerization are PVC, polyethene, Teflon etc. Common examples of condensation polymerization are nylon, bakelite, silicon, etc.
Explanation:
Addition Polymerization Condensation Polymerization:
(1) Monomers must have either a double bond or triple bond. (1)Monomers must have two similar or different functional groups
(2)Produces no by-products (2)By-products such as ammonia, water and HCl are produced
(3) Addition of monomers results in polymers . (3)Condensation of monomers result in polymers
(4) The molecular weight of the resultant polymers is a multiple of monomer’s molecular weight . (4)The molecular weight of the resultant polymer is not a multiple of monomer’s molecular weight
(5) Lewis acids or bases, radical initiators are catalysts in addition polymerization . (5)The catalysts in condensation polymerization are catalysts in condensation polymerization.
Common examples of addition polymerization are PVC, polyethene, Teflon etc.
Common examples of condensation polymerization are nylon, bakelite, silicon, etc.