Bundle: Organic Chemistry, 9th, Loose-Leaf + OWLv2, 4 terms (24 months) Printed Access Card
Bundle: Organic Chemistry, 9th, Loose-Leaf + OWLv2, 4 terms (24 months) Printed Access Card
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ISBN: 9781305701021
Author: John E. McMurry
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 31.SE, Problem 34AP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

To propose the structure of the final polymerized product of the urea and formaldehyde.

Concept introduction:

Urea-formaldehyde polymer is also known as urea-methanal. It is non transparent, thermosetting resin or polymer. Its monomer units are urea and formaldehyde. Urea-formaldehyde polymer is generally used as an adhesive, wooden carving, electrical components and making paints etc.

Properties like high heat resistant, less water absorption, mould shrinking makes it a better adhesive in nature.

This types of reaction occurs according to the condensation polymerization mechanism. Condensation polymerization mechanism involves the removal of small molecules to give rise to final polymerized product.

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