In the addition polymerization of acrylonitrile, a very small amount of butyl lithium causes a reaction that can consume hundreds of pounds of the monomer; however, the butyl lithium is called an initiator, not a catalyst. Explain why.

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Q: ( CH3-C-OH CH3 CH=C-CH=CH

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Q: A natural polymer has been made called polylactic acid. What would be the name of the monomer?

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Q: What aspect of thermoset polymers can be controlled to increase strength?

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Q: Explain the term Photo-Polymerization and Elucidate the science behind Polymerization process.

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Q: Which of the following pairs of monomers can proceed with the polymerization reaction? Write the…

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Q: Is this molecule a better starting material for an addition polymer or a condensationpolymer?

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Q: Olefin polymerization is responsible for producing over 100 million tons per year of plastic…

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Q: Which factor imparts crystalline nature to a polymer like nylon?

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