Polymer Science
CATIONIC POLYMERIZATION
Many vinyl monomers readily polymerize in the presence of very small amounts of catalyst of the type used…
September 24, 2021 · Rajil TLPolymer Science
Polymer Science
METALLOCENE COORDINATION CATALYST
Metallocenes are very effective metal catalyst. They consist of minute particles of positively charged metal ions sandwiched between…
September 24, 2021 · Rajil TLPolymer Science
FREE RADICAL POLYMERIZATION
Free radical polymerization (FRP) is one of the most important synthesis routes for obtaining vinyl polymers. The relatively…
September 24, 2021 · Rajil TLPolymer Science
Initiation
Initiation is the mechanism which starts the polymerization process. Vinyl monomers are quite easily polymerized by a variety…
September 24, 2021 · Rajil TLPolymer Science
Polymerization – Addition Polymers
We enjoy the benefits of Styrofoam containers, but don’t often think about where they end up. Styrofoam materials…
September 24, 2021 · Rajil TLPolymer Science
Natural Rubber: Structure and Function
Natural Rubber StructureThe characterization of polymer materials is more complex than the characterization of simple organic molecules. It…
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Natural vs Synthetic Polymers
There are two types of polymers: synthetic and natural. Synthetic polymers are derived from petroleum oil, and made…
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Types of Polymerization Reactions
Addition Polymerization This is also called as chain growth polymerization. In this, small monomer units joined to form…
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What Is a Polymer?
A polymer is a large molecule made up of chains or rings of linked repeating subunits, which are called monomers.…
September 24, 2021 · Rajil TLPolymer Science
Monomer
A monomer is a molecule that forms the basic unit for polymers, which are the building blocks of proteins. Monomers bind…
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