The following applications are associated with a particular polymer or plastic. Name the polymer, write the structure of the (a) repeating unit and (b) the monomer and name the monomer. a. As an elastomer b. Countertop material for kitchen c. As contact lenses

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The following applications are associated with a particular polymer or plastic. Name the polymer, write the structure of the (a) repeating unit and (b) the monomer and name the monomer. a. As an elastomer b. Countertop material for kitchen c. As contact lenses d. Surface coating for gymnasium floors
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