Addition (chain-growth) polymerization (n M → (M)_n (no small molecule eliminated))
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n M → (M)_n (no small molecule eliminated)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| M | Unsaturated monomer (alkene / vinyl derivative) |
| n | Number of monomer units (degree of polymerization related) |
When to use this
Typically radical, cationic, or anionic initiation; π-bond opens to form σ-linked backbone. No H₂O or NH₃ eliminated (contrast condensation).