Interpretation: The shorthand structures of poly(vinyl chloride) and nylon
Concept introduction: The molecules which are obtained by the combination of similar units and possessing high molecular mass are known as
Answer to Problem 31.1P
The shorthand structures of poly(vinyl chloride) and nylon
Explanation of Solution
The monomer required for the formation of poly(vinyl chloride) is vinyl chloride.
A shorthand structure of polymers represents the brackets that are placed around the repeating unit of the chain.
The shorthand structure of poly(vinyl chloride) and nylon
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The shorthand structures of poly(vinyl chloride) and nylon
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