FREE RADICAL POLYMERIZATION
Free radical polymerization (FRP) is one of the most important synthesis routes…
Initiation
Initiation is the mechanism which starts the polymerization process. Vinyl monomers are…
Polymerization – Addition Polymers
We enjoy the benefits of Styrofoam containers, but don't often think about…
Polymers and Polymerization Reactions
Prior to the early 1920's, chemists doubted the existence of molecules having…
Natural Rubber: Structure and Function
Natural Rubber StructureThe characterization of polymer materials is more complex than the…
Natural vs Synthetic Polymers
There are two types of polymers: synthetic and natural. Synthetic polymers are…
Types of Polymerization Reactions
Addition Polymerization This is also called as chain growth polymerization. In this,…
Structure of Polymers
Most of the polymers around us are made up of a hydrocarbon backbone.…


