A DEEPER LOOK Epoxy Resins and Adhesives

The NMR spectrum shown is that of a cyclic ether with the formula C4H8O. Propose a structure. [Pg.697]

Epoxy resins and adhesives generally consist of two components that are mixed just prior to use. One component is a liquid prepolymer, and the second is a curing agent that reacts with the prepolymer and causes it to solidify. [Pg.697]

Kayaks are often made of a high-strength polymer coated with epoxy resin. [Pg.697]

Ethers are inert to most reagents but react with strong acids to give cleavage products. Both HI and HBr are often used. The cleavage reaction takes place by an 5 2 mechanism at the less highly substituted site if only primary [Pg.698]

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