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Introduction to Polymer Chemistry — Chemistry STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceChemistryIntroduction to Polymer Chemistry2 Marks
Question
How are the following polymers prepared? (a) Orlon (b) Teflon
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Answer

Preparation of orlon: It is prepared by the addition polymerization of acrylonitrile. A peroxide catalyst is used during the process
ImagePreparation of teflon:
Teflon is the addition polymer made from the monomer tetrafluoroethylene.
Tetrafluoroethylene is heated under high pressure in presence of oxygen (which acts as a
catalyst) to form Teflon.
Teflon:
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