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Homopolymers vs Copolymers
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- Basic Concepts
- Polymers are macromolecules formed through linking smaller units called monomers
- Homopolymers use single type of monomer, copolymers use two or more types
- Polymerization process determines physical and chemical properties
- Homopolymers
- Formed through addition polymerization with single or double bonds
- Include common thermoplastics like nylon, polypropylene, and polyethylene
- Used in injection molding, blow molding, and thermoforming
- Copolymers
- Formed through condensation polymerization with two or more types of monomers
- Classified into linear and branched types
- Linear types include alternating, block, and statistical copolymers
- Branched types include grafted and star-shaped copolymers
- Applications
- Homopolymers used in textiles, automotive components, and cosmetics
- Copolymers used in self-polishing paints and synthetic fibers
- Both types have specific applications in manufacturing processes