17. a) Write chemical reaction to account for the following steps of polymerization. b) Provide name of the final polymer produced through this synthesis. c) Sketch stress-strain curves of this copolymer and polystyrene. Label axes of the diagram, including the units commonly used. d) Describe mechanical properties of this copolymer and polystyrene homopolymer.

17. a) Write chemical reaction to account for the following steps of polymerization. b) Provide name of the final polymer produced through this synthesis. c) Sketch stress-strain curves of this copolymer and polystyrene. Label axes of the diagram, including the units commonly used. d) Describe mechanical properties of this copolymer and polystyrene homopolymer.

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Chapter23: Polymeric Materials And Soft Condensed Matter

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