Chapter 12.3, Problem 1PPA

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structuresof poly $\text{(1-butyne)}$ and poly $\text{(1-butene)}$ are to be represented with three or more repeating units. Differences and similarities between them and any of themthatconducts electricity are to be explained.

Concept introduction:

Polymers are the molecules with high molecular masses that are made up of repeating monomer units. Polymers are the backbone of four major chemical industries, viz., plastics, elastomers, fibers, paints, and varnishes.

On the basis of mode of polymerization, polymers have been classified into two subgroups that are addition polymers and condensation polymers.

Addition polymers are formed when there is a movement of electrons from multiple bonds into new single bonds between molecules without elimination of small molecule.

Polymers that are formed by elimination of small molecules like ${\text{H}}_2\text{O}$ is condensation polymer.