Linear or Chain Polymers

The Physical Chemistry of Materials Energy and Environmental Applications 

Some Monomers which Produce Linear Polymers 

Polyethylene is the most widespread polymer it is used in bags, containers, and wire insulation. Polyvinylchloride is used in the production of containers, plumbing accessories, synthetic leather, and floor tiles, and polypropylene is applied in the fabrication of rugs and containers [196], 

FIGURE 2.34 Vinyl-type repeating unit with a side group. 

FIGURE 2.35 Repeating unit with two side groups for acrylate and methacrylate polymers. 

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Some of the most important linear or chain polymers belong to the category of homopolymers, for example, polyethylene, polyvinylchloride, and polypropylene (see Table 2.1) where the vinyl-type monomer (see Figure 2.34) with different side groups, R, is repeated [8,195],... 

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