Easy TRUE_FALSE +2 / -1

Addition polymers do not lose any atoms during polymerisation.

Answer FALSE

Solution

Addition polymerisation: double bonds open up and link monomers without loss of any atoms (no small molecule eliminated). Contrast with condensation polymerisation (eliminates H₂O, etc.).

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Polymers · Topic: Addition and Condensation Polymers

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