Chapter 21, Problem 43E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

To determine the meaning of terms silane and silanol and their roles in the preparation of silicones.

Concept introduction:

Silicones are also known by the name polysiloxanes, are the polymers that consists of any synthetic compound that is made up of repeating units of siloxanes (a chain of alternating oxygen and silicon atoms, that may be combined with hydrogen, carbon or any other elements). The silicon atoms present in the structures of the silicones are tetravalent and thy have the general formula [R₂SiO]_n where R is any alkyl or phenyl group.