Show a detailed mechanism for the formation of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) from terephthalic acid chloride and ethylene glycol. Draw three repeating units.

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Show a detailed mechanism for the formation of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) from
terephthalic acid chloride and ethylene glycol. Draw three repeating units.
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