Chapter 12, Problem 12.79E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The polymer in Table 12.3 that produces hydrogen cyanide, $\text{HCN}$ and hydrogen chloride, $\text{HCl}$ upon heating is to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

The process by which respective monomers combine to form polymers is known as polymerization. The polymers can be prepared by addition and condensation reactions. The common examples of polymers are polyethene, Teflon, bakelite etc.

The burning of polymer results in the formation of ethene and toxic materials.