Chemistry: The Science in Context (Fifth Edition)
Chemistry: The Science in Context (Fifth Edition)
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ISBN: 9780393615159
Author: Stacey Lowery Bretz, Geoffrey Davies, Natalie Foster, Thomas R. Gilbert, Rein V. Kirss
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
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Chapter 12, Problem 12.88QP

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Interpretation: The given question stated that biodegradable polymers are important in applications such as in dissolving sutures. The compatible polymers that are given to resist degradation can serve as drug delivery systems in implanted devices. Polycaprolactone is stated to degrade slowly in the human body but is very permeable to the contraceptive levonorgestrel. Various questions based on the stated facts are to be answered.

Concept introduction: PCL (Poly(caprolactone) is the polyester with low melting point. It contains ester as a functional group. When PCL reacts with water it result into alcohol and carboxylic acid.

If the monomer unit contains one carboxylic group and one hydroxyl group to form polyester then it is a condensation polymer.

To determine: The levonorgestrel is soluble in PCL.

(b)

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To determine: The products of biodegradation of PCL when reacts with water.

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To determine: The PCL is an addition or a condensation polymer.

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