One characteristic of monomers that form addition polymers that is not common in monomers which form condensation polymers is:
a. the presence of alkyl side chains
b. the presence of two functional groups.
c. the presence of pi bonds.
d. None of the above.
A.
Section 25.2
sorry i think i messed up
its d i think
well, willy. Is it A or D. you are confusing me. i know that if you changed the question and swapped the addition and condensation around the answer is B.
To determine the correct answer, let's first understand the difference between addition polymers and condensation polymers.
Addition polymers are formed through a process called addition polymerization, where monomers combine together without the loss of any small molecules. This means that the monomers used in addition polymers have only one functional group, which is capable of forming a covalent bond with another monomer.
Condensation polymers, on the other hand, are formed through a process called condensation polymerization. Unlike addition polymers, this process involves the elimination of a small molecule, such as water or alcohol, during the polymerization reaction. Condensation polymers are formed from monomers that contain at least two functional groups, which can react with each other, leading to the elimination of the small molecule.
Now, let's analyze the options provided:
a. The presence of alkyl side chains: This characteristic is not specific to either addition or condensation polymers. Some monomers used in both types of polymers may have alkyl side chains. Therefore, this option is not the correct answer.
b. The presence of two functional groups: This characteristic is specific to monomers that form condensation polymers because condensation polymerization requires monomers with at least two functional groups. So, this option could be the correct answer.
c. The presence of pi bonds: Pi bonds are formed by the overlap of p-orbitals, and they are commonly found in unsaturated monomers, such as those used in addition polymerization. Therefore, the presence of pi bonds is not specific to either addition or condensation polymers. Thus, this option is not the correct answer.
d. None of the above: If none of the provided options correctly represent the difference between monomers that form addition polymers and condensation polymers, then this option could be the correct answer.
After evaluating the options, we can conclude that the answer is either option b (the presence of two functional groups) or option d (none of the above).
To make a final determination, it would be necessary to refer to additional information or context provided in the question or seek clarification from the source.