Chapter 14, Problem 14D.3AE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The root mean square separation and contour length of the one-dimensional polymer of polyethylene is to be calculated.

Concept introduction:

The root mean square separation is the square root of the mean value of squares of the separation of the ends of the coil. The root mean square separation is represented by the symbol $R_{\text{rms}}$. The contour length is the length of the polymer along its backbone from atom to atom.