Synthetic Polymer Chemistry provides a comprehensive introduction to polymers and their physical properties, as well as different types of polymerization reactions. The book covers an array of integral topics, from the introduction of polymers and their physical properties, to morphology (crystalline and amorphous phase), and molecular weights measurements and solubility. Different types of polymerization reactions (free radical, cationic, anionic condensation) based on organic reaction mechanisms are also discussed. Users will find this book to be a great resource for students and researchers who want to build a strong foundation of organic chemistry and polymer chemistry.
Topics discussed in this resource will provide an important foundation and understanding that helps readers grasp the materials covered in advanced polymer chemistry. It is ideal for courses in polymer chemistry, organic chemistry, materials science and engineering, and biomedical engineering.
Topics discussed in this resource will provide an important foundation and understanding that helps readers grasp the materials covered in advanced polymer chemistry. It is ideal for courses in polymer chemistry, organic chemistry, materials science and engineering, and biomedical engineering.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction and Physical Properties of Polymers2. Free Radical Polymerization
3. Cationic Polymerization
4. Anionic Polymerization
5. Coordination Polymerization
6. Ring Opening Polymerization
7. Condensation Polymerization
8. Naturally Occurring Polymers aka Biopolymers (Carbohydrates, Proteins, RNA, and DNA)
9. Reactions of Polymers
10. Special Topics on Polymers
