Question

1. What is condensation polymerization?
2. Write the structure of :

• Benzene-1, 4-dioc acid
• Ethane-1, 2-diol

Answer 1

1. Condensation polymerization involves the addition of several monomers followed by the Elimination of small molecules (such as water, ammonia and hydrogen chloride).

2. I. HOOC-C6H4-COOH

II. HOCH2CH2OH