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O Levels Chemistry (5070)•5070/11/M/J/19
Question 40 from 5070/11/M/J/19

Explanation

Polystyrene via Addition Polymerization Steps:

  • Identify monomer as styrene (C6H5-CH=CH2) with a reactive vinyl group.
  • Recognize addition polymerization opens the C=C double bond to form chains without byproducts.
  • Confirm polystyrene's structure: repeating [-CH2-CH(C6H5)-] units from styrene linkage.
  • Rule out condensation, which requires functional groups like -OH or -COOH for small molecule elimination.

Why B is correct:

  • B pairs addition polymerization with the accurate partial structure of polystyrene, matching the vinyl addition mechanism.

Why the others are wrong:

  • A: Addition type correct, but likely shows incorrect partial structure (e.g., wrong linkage).
  • C: Condensation incorrect; styrene lacks groups for elimination reactions like water loss.
  • D: Condensation incorrect and partial structure mismatched for polystyrene.

Final answer: B

Topic: Polymers

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