Question

What is monomer? Explain with example. ​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Monomer is heard from chapter Polymers.

Monomer usually reacts with other monomers and form a larger polymer which may be branched or chain structured.

Examples-Polypropylene and ethylene are most useful polmers

Answer 2

Answer:

Monomer is a simple molecule capable of undergoing polymerization and leading to the formation of the corresponding polymer. Monomers are reactive molecules that combine with each other in large numbers through covalent bonds to form polymers.

Examples of monomers include ethene, propene, styrene and vinyl chloride.

In the given reaction Adipic acid and hexamethylenediamine are monomers and nylon 6,6 is a polymer.

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