Condensation (step-growth) polymerization (AB-type monomers condense with elimination of small molecule X (e.g. H₂O))
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AB-type monomers condense with elimination of small molecule X (e.g. H₂O)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| X | Small molecule eliminated (H₂O, HCl, …) |
| A,B | Complementary functional monomers (diol/diacid, diamine/diacid, etc.) |
When to use this
Step growth; functionality ≥2; high conversion needed for high MW.