
Chapter 8, Problem 8.73SP
Interpretation: The given question stated that when styrene is commercially polymerized, about 1−3% of 1,4−divinylbenzene is often added to the styrene. The incorporation of some divinylbenzene gives a polymer with more strength and better resistance to organic solvents. The explanation for the addition of small amount of divinylbenzene has a marked effect on the properties of the polymer is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Polymerization is a procedure of reacting monomer together during chemical reaction to form polymer chains. There are numerous types of polymerization and distinctive frameworks exist to classify them.
Cross-linked polymers are those in which atom are bonded to polymer chain. They are generally hard and rigid in nature.
To determine: The explanation for the addition of small amount of divinylbenzene has a marked effect on the properties of the polymer.