Question:
Distinguish between the terms homopolymer and copolymer and give an example of each.
Answer:
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Homopolymer |
Copolymer |
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The polymers that are formed by the polymerization of a single monomer are known as homopolymers. In other words, the repeating units of homopolymers are derived only from one monomer. For example, polythene is a homopolymer of ethene. |
The polymers whose repeating units are derived from two types of monomers are known as copolymers. For example, Buna - S is a copolymer of 1, 3-butadiene and styrene. |
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