Asked by Beatriz Palacio on Apr 27, 2024
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Which of the following is a condensation polymer?
A) poly(ethylene terephthalate)
B) poly(tetrafluoroethylene)
C) polystyrene
D) poly(vinyl chloride)
E) poly(methyl α-methacrylate)
Condensation Polymer
A type of polymer formed by the condensation reaction between monomers, releasing a small molecule such as water when they react.
Poly(Ethylene Terephthalate)
A thermoplastic polymer used in fibers for clothing, containers for liquids and foods, and in thermoforming for manufacturing.
- Identify and classify polymers as either addition or condensation.
- Distinguish between different synthetic polymers on the basis of their chemical structures and common names.
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Joseph DeLuciaApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Poly(ethylene terephthalate) is a condensation polymer formed from the reaction between terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol, which involves the loss of a small molecule such as water or methanol. The other polymers listed are addition polymers that do not involve a reaction that produces a small molecule as a byproduct.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and classify polymers as either addition or condensation.
- Distinguish between different synthetic polymers on the basis of their chemical structures and common names.